"Sunk at Sea" by R. M. Ballantyne is an exciting adventure story about a young man named William Osten, who trades his medical aspirations for a life on the ocean, much to the dismay of his father. When William convinces Captain Dall to let him come on an expedition the ship wrecks due to a violent storm. The crew seek refugee on a deserted island. The crew unexpectedly encounter cannibals while struggling for survival on the island's shores. The story becomes a thrilling example of bravery when they must conquer overwhelming odds.
Sunk at Sea
By R. M. (Robert Michael) Ballantyne
A rebellious young adventurer faces deadly storms, savage cannibals, and impossible odds when his ship goes down, leaving him stranded on a desolate island.
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About the AuthorRobert Michael Ballantyne was a Scottish author of juvenile fiction, who wrote more than a hundred books. He was also an accomplished artist: he exhibited some of his water-colours at the Royal Scottish Academy.
Robert Michael Ballantyne was a Scottish author of juvenile fiction, who wrote more than a hundred books. He was also an accomplished artist: he exhibited some of his water-colours at the Royal Scottish Academy.
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