
A fierce March storm rages over the open sea, turning the night into a swirling mass of wind, rain and towering waves. The modest vessel “Eteenpäin,” named after its home port, fights its way through the chaos, its wooden hull groaning under the relentless assault. Inside, a small crew of four boys—Henri, the determined leader, his younger companions Edvard, John and the spirited Moko—clings to the rigging, each trying to keep the ship upright. Their frantic shouts and quick actions echo against the howling wind, revealing both the danger of the tempest and the courage that binds them.
As the storm begins to wane, the boys find a brief respite, but the sea’s mood remains uncertain. Together they must decide whether to press onward toward an unknown shore or seek shelter, all while confronting the mysteries that the ocean holds. Their bond and resourcefulness set the stage for a daring journey that will test their limits and uncover unexpected adventures.
Language
fi
Duration
~5 hours (306K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-05-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1905
A master of adventure fiction, he turned bold scientific ideas into stories of submarines, moon voyages, and journeys to the center of the Earth. His novels helped shape modern science fiction while keeping the sense of wonder and danger that still draws readers in.
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