The Mutineer - Louis Becke - Bog

The Mutineer: A Romance Of Pitcairn Island is a novel written by Louis Becke and published in 1898. The story is set on the isolated Pitcairn Island, where a group of mutineers from the HMS Bounty have settled after their rebellion against Captain William Bligh. The novel follows the life of one of the mutineers, John Adams, who becomes the leader of the community on Pitcairn Island.The story begins with the arrival of a ship on the island, which brings news of the outside world and the possibility of rescue. However, the mutineers fear punishment for their rebellion and decide to hide from the ship. Meanwhile, John Adams falls in love with a young girl named Polly, who is the daughter of one of the mutineers. Their love story is complicated by the arrival of another ship, which brings new settlers to the island and threatens the peaceful existence of the community.The Mutineer: A Romance Of Pitcairn Island is a tale of love, adventure, and survival in a remote and unforgiving environment. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of rebellion. It also provides a glimpse into the history and culture of Pitcairn Island, which is known for its unique and isolated community. Overall, The Mutineer is a captivating and engaging read that offers a fascinating insight into a little-known chapter of maritime history.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.