Tis in the Blood by Louis Becke
The novel revolves around a young man who inherits a large sum of money from a distant relative and decides to travel the world. He becomes embroiled in various adventures and misadventures, including encounters with pirates, smugglers, and other unsavory characters. As he navigates these experiences, the protagonist begins to uncover dark secrets about his family's past and the true nature of his inheritance. The novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the corrupting influence of wealth. Throughout the story, the author employs a blend of action, suspense, and social commentary to create a gripping narrative that keeps readers engaged until the very end.
By Louis Becke · First published 1887 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance · 1,899 words
First lines
We were in Manton's Hotel at Levuka-Levuka in her palmy days. There were Robertson, of the barque ROLUMAH; a fat German planter from the Yasawa Group; Harry the Canadian, a trader from the Tokelaus, and myself.
Presently a knock came to the door, and Allan, the boatswain of our brig, stood hat in hand before us. He was a stalwart half-caste of Manhiki, and, perhaps, the greatest MANAIA (Lothario) from Ponape to Fiji.
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Tis in the Blood is listed on Textopian as a short story by Louis Becke, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Louis Becke
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Cultural Critique
- Length: 1,899 words
- Structure: 1 section, 28 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex characters and themes, focusing on personal relationships and cultural dynamics.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and context reflect historical elements of colonialism and cultural interactions in the Pacific Islands.
- Romance — The narrative includes romantic entanglements and emotional relationships between characters.
- Adventure — The plot involves travel and exploration, highlighting the adventurous aspects of life in the Pacific.
Tags
Adventure · Fiction · Historical Fiction · Romance · Sailing · Sea Captain · Pirate · Mutiny · Shipwreck · Survival · Island Life · Colonialism