"All the Brothers Were Valiant" by Ben Ames Williams, is a story that dives into the complex world of a whaling family, exploring the bonds of brotherhood, the weight of loss, and the meaning of honor. Beginning in the home of Joel Shore, where whaling forms the core of the family's identity, the story quickly introduces the shadow of tragedy. Joel looks back at the brave history of his brothers and the sadness hanging over the disappearance of Mark, lost to the sea. Pages from the old family logbook reveal earlier tragedies, driving home the idea that "All the brothers were valiant". The book paints a picture of a dangerous life filled with adventure, launching Joel's desperate search for Mark, in a world soaked in commitment, hardship, and the pursuit of respect despite sadness and doubt.
All the Brothers Were Valiant
By Ben Ames Williams
In a dangerous world of whaling, one man's quest to find his lost brother tests family loyalty against the might of the sea.
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About the AuthorBen Ames Williams was an American novelist and writer of short stories; he wrote hundreds of short stories and over 30 novels. Among his novels are Come Spring (1940), Leave Her to Heaven (1944) House Divided (1947), and The Unconquered (1953). He was published in many magazines, but the majority of his stories appeared in The Saturday Evening Post.
Ben Ames Williams was an American novelist and writer of short stories; he wrote hundreds of short stories and over 30 novels. Among his novels are Come Spring (1940), Leave Her to Heaven (1944) House Divided (1947), and The Unconquered (1953). He was published in many magazines, but the majority of his stories appeared in The Saturday Evening Post.
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