Derelict: A Tale Of Moving Accidents By Flood And Field

By Claud Harding

Book Overview

Derelict: A Tale Of Moving Accidents By Flood And Field is a novel written by Claud Harding and originally published in 1888. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Frank Templeton, who finds himself stranded on a deserted island after his ship is wrecked during a storm. Frank must use all his ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive in this hostile environment, facing challenges such as hunger, thirst, and dangerous animals.As the days pass, Frank becomes increasingly desperate to escape the island and return to civilization. He constructs a raft and sets out to sea, but is soon caught in a powerful current that carries him far from his intended destination. Along the way, Frank encounters a variety of characters, including a group of smugglers, a mysterious woman, and a wealthy landowner.Throughout his journey, Frank must confront his own fears and limitations, as well as the harsh realities of life in the 19th century. The novel is a gripping adventure story that explores themes of survival, perseverance, and the human spirit. With vivid descriptions of the natural world and a cast of memorable characters, Derelict is a classic tale of adventure and exploration that will captivate readers of all ages.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: 1120609909
• ISBN13: 9781120609908
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"