Publisher's Synopsis
""Cattle Boat Mygghavet"" by Andrew Swanson is a novel that tells the story of a group of Norwegian sailors who are tasked with transporting a cargo of cattle across the treacherous waters of the North Sea. The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores the harsh realities of life at sea, as well as the complex relationships that develop between the sailors as they face danger and adversity together.The novel is narrated by the ship's cook, a young man named Lars, who is new to the crew and eager to prove himself. As the journey progresses, Lars becomes increasingly involved in the lives of his fellow sailors, including the captain, the first mate, and a young woman who is traveling with the cattle. Along the way, the crew faces a series of challenges, including storms, mechanical failures, and the threat of mutiny.Throughout the novel, Swanson vividly portrays the harsh conditions of life at sea, as well as the camaraderie and loyalty that can develop between sailors who are forced to rely on each other for survival. The novel also explores themes of love, loss, and sacrifice, as the crew members are forced to confront their own mortality and the fragility of the human spirit.Overall, ""Cattle Boat Mygghavet"" is a gripping and emotionally resonant novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life at sea and the bonds that can form between those who face danger and adversity together.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.
