Publisher's Synopsis
A Whaleman's Wife is a novel written by Frank Thomas Bullen and published in 1902. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Nancy, who marries a whaleman named Tom. Tom is a sailor who spends most of his time at sea hunting whales. Nancy is left alone to manage their home and raise their children while Tom is away.The novel explores the challenges and hardships faced by women in a male-dominated society during this time period. Nancy struggles to maintain her independence and identity while fulfilling her duties as a wife and mother. She also faces the dangers of living in a port town and dealing with the harsh realities of whaling.Throughout the novel, Bullen vividly describes the sights, sounds, and smells of life at sea, as well as the brutal and bloody process of whale hunting. He also delves into the psychology of the characters, exploring their emotions and motivations.Overall, A Whaleman's Wife is a poignant and insightful novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of women in the 19th century and the world of whaling.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.
