The Bonadventure: A Random Journal of an Atlantic Holiday by Edmund Blunden
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"The Bonadventure: A Random Journal of an Atlantic Holiday" by Edmund Blunden is a travelogue written in the early 20th century, reflecting the author's personal experiences during a sea voyage. The narrative follows Blunden as he embarks on a journey aboard the cargo ship Bonadventure, departing from Britain to South America. The book captures the essence of maritime life and the subtleties of solitude and reflection that accompany a voyage across the
Atlantic. The opening of this work establishes the author's context, describing his departure due to poor health and the subsequent telegram inviting him aboard the ship. Blunden's journey begins from his home to Cardiff, where he boards the Bonadventure, interacting with various members of the crew and setting the stage for his observations and reflections during the trip. The initial descriptions evoke the contrasts between the cold, dreary weather of England and the warmth of the anticipated Southern climate, while hints of humor and camaraderie among the crew begin to emerge, hinting at an exploration of both external landscapes and internal thoughts throughout the voyage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Blunden, Edmund, 1896-1974 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23004528 |
| Title | The Bonadventure: A Random Journal of an Atlantic Holiday |
| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.fadedpage.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Subject | Ocean travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32371 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 362 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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