Homeward Bound; Or, the Chase: A Tale of the Sea by James Fenimore Cooper

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Author Cooper, James Fenimore, 1789-1851
Title Homeward Bound; Or, the Chase: A Tale of the Sea
Note Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Homeward Bound; Or, the Chase: A Tale of the Sea" by James Fenimore Cooper is a novel written during the early 19th century. The story revolves around a diverse set of characters brought together aboard the packet ship Montauk, who are navigating both the literal seas and the complexities of society as they journey from Europe back to the United States. The opening of the novel introduces key players in the Effingham family, including father Mr. Effingham and his daughter Eve, who are returning to America after years abroad. They are accompanied by various passengers, each embodying distinct societal traits, who provide a critique of American and British social manners. As the Montauk prepares to set sail from Portsmouth, themes of class, national identity, and personal relationships begin to emerge, hinting at the challenges and adventures that await the characters during their sea voyage, including an unexpected chase involving the law. This dynamic introduction sets the stage for explorations of human interaction amid the rigors of maritime travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Sea stories
Subject Pirates -- Fiction
Subject Ocean travel -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 9826
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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