Publisher's Synopsis
Bearers of the Burden: Being Stories of Land and Sea is a collection of short stories written by William Price Drury and published in 1904. The book features a variety of tales set in different locations, including the sea and the land, and explores the lives of the people who inhabit these places. The stories in the book are written in a descriptive and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the natural world and the people who live in it. Some of the stories feature sailors and fishermen, while others focus on farmers and other rural workers. The book also touches on themes such as love, loss, and the struggle for survival in harsh environments. Drury's writing is both poignant and insightful, offering a glimpse into the lives of people who are often overlooked in literature. Overall, Bearers of the Burden: Being Stories of Land and Sea is a beautifully written collection of stories that offers a unique perspective on the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the lives of people who work and live in challenging environments.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.
