
A DREAM OF THE NORTH SEA - BY - JAMES RUNCIMAN - AUTHOR OF PAST AND PRESENT, AMONG THE NORTH SEA TRAWLERS, SKIPPERS AND SHELLBACKS, ETC.
London: James Nisbet and Co., 21, Berners Street, W. - 1889
"He slid desperately over and made his clutch"
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
DEDICATION
PREFACE.
BOOK I.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
"That smack was hove down"
In a time when the North Sea’s relentless gales left trawlers and smugglers alike fighting for survival, a visionary effort rose to bring hope to those battered by the elements. The narrative follows a steadfast schooner battling a fierce storm, its crew confronting the raw power of wind and wave while a compassionate mission strives to tend both body and spirit of the sea‑hardy fishermen. Through vivid, almost poetic descriptions, the story captures the stark beauty of the ocean and the quiet heroism of those who venture upon it.
Beyond the tempest, the book offers a glimpse of a burgeoning movement dedicated to rescuing and caring for the men who brave the deep. It explores the early work of hospital cruisers and charitable support, portraying how a single dream can ignite a lasting tide of benevolence. Listeners will feel the echo of that 19th‑century resolve, a reminder that even in the darkest weather, humanity’s light can still shine.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (288K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-12-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1852–1891
A vivid Victorian journalist with a strong social conscience, he wrote about life on the coast and the pressures facing working people with energy and feeling. His books mix sharp observation, moral urgency, and a real sense of place.
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