Publisher's Synopsis
Masterman Ready or The Wreck of the Pacific is a novel written by Frederick Marryat and first published in 1846. The book tells the story of a family who are shipwrecked on a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean. The family consists of a father, mother, and four children. They are joined on the island by an old sailor named Masterman Ready, who becomes their guide and protector.The novel is divided into three parts. In the first part, the family is shipwrecked and struggles to survive on the island. They must find food and shelter, and they must also deal with the danger of wild animals. Masterman Ready helps them to build a shelter and teaches them how to hunt and fish.In the second part of the novel, the family is rescued by a passing ship. However, the ship is taken over by mutineers, and the family and Masterman Ready are once again in danger. They must use their wits and their survival skills to escape from the mutineers and make their way back to civilization.In the third part of the novel, the family and Masterman Ready return to England. They are reunited with their friends and family, but they must also deal with the aftermath of their ordeal. The novel explores themes of survival, courage, and the importance of family and friendship.Overall, Masterman Ready or The Wreck of the Pacific is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a classic novel of survival and resilience in the face of adversity.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.
