Casting Of Nets

by Richard Bagot

Book Overview

""Casting of Nets"" is a novel written by Richard Bagot, first published in 1901. The story takes place in the early 1900s and follows the lives of two wealthy Englishmen, Sir Harry Norland and his friend, Jack Ryder. The two men embark on a sailing trip along the coast of Spain, where they encounter a group of fishermen and their families. Sir Harry becomes infatuated with a young Spanish woman named Carmen, and the novel explores the cultural and social barriers that stand in the way of their love.As the story unfolds, the lives of the fishermen and their families are contrasted with the privileged lifestyle of Sir Harry and Jack. The novel delves into themes of class, race, and cultural differences, as well as the consequences of pursuing one's desires at the expense of others.Bagot's writing style is descriptive and immersive, painting vivid pictures of the Spanish coastline and the lives of the characters. The novel is a reflection of the author's own experiences living in Spain, and it provides a unique insight into the country's culture and traditions.Overall, ""Casting of Nets"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of love and the challenges of navigating cultural differences in a changing world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428607684
• ISBN13: 9781428607682
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"