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The Ebb-Tide: Some Unfinished Stories

The Ebb-Tide: Some Unfinished Stories

Stevenson, Robert Louis

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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1025620992
ISBN13: 9781025620992
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 288
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Ebb-Tide is a gripping and atmospheric work of fiction that explores the dark depths of human nature against the backdrop of the South Pacific. The narrative follows three desperate men-an English university man, a disgraced sea captain, and a cockney clerk-who find themselves stranded in Tahiti. When an opportunity arises to commandeer a schooner carrying a cargo of champagne, the trio embarks on a perilous journey that leads them to a remote island ruled by a mysterious and fanatical pearl fisher.

A masterclass in tension and moral ambiguity, The Ebb-Tide showcases Robert Louis Stevenson's profound ability to blend high-stakes adventure with psychological depth. This volume also includes unfinished stories, providing readers with a broader view of Stevenson's literary range and creative imagination. Through vivid descriptions of the sea and haunting portrayals of characters pushed to their limits, the work examines themes of greed, redemption, and the consequences of one's choices. It remains a significant contribution to literary history, highlighting the complexities of the human condition and the fragile line between civilization and savagery.

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