The Lord of the Sea By: Matthew P. Shiel (1865-1947)
The Lord of the Sea by Matthew P. Shiel is a captivating adventure set on the high seas. The novel dives deep into the unknown depths, immersing readers in a world filled with mystery, intrigue, and suspense. The story follows the journey of Captain Torkildsen, a seasoned seafarer whose life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious man named Craig. Craig is on a quest for an ancient artifact that promises unimaginable power and wealth. As Captain Torkildsen becomes entangled in Craig's quest, he finds himself grappling with dangerous enemies, treacherous waters, and supernatural forces that lurk beneath the surface. Shiel's writing style is both evocative and vivid, painting a vivid picture of life aboard a ship in the late 19th century. The descriptions of the sea, the storms, and the exotic locations the characters visit are incredibly detailed, transporting readers to a world of adventure and danger. The author's attention to historical accuracy is commendable, as he seamlessly weaves real-life events and figures into the narrative. The characters in The Lord of the Sea are well-developed and complex. Captain Torkildsen is a strong and charismatic protagonist, driven by a deep sense of duty and honor. His interactions with Craig, who is shrouded in mystery and intrigue, add layers of tension and suspense to the story. The supporting characters, such as the loyal crew members and the enigmatic figures they encounter along the way, also contribute to the richness of the plot. One of the book's greatest strengths is its pacing. The story moves at a brisk pace, never leaving readers a moment to catch their breath. Each chapter ends on a cliffhanger, propelling the reader forward and fueling the desire to continue reading. The sense of urgency and the constant threat of danger maintain a tense atmosphere from beginning to end. The Lord of the Sea is a highly imaginative and thrilling tale that combines elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and adventure. Matthew P. Shiel's meticulous attention to detail, compelling characters, and gripping plot make it a book that is hard to put down. Fans of seafaring adventures and epic quests will find themselves engrossed in this enthralling tale of discovery and sacrifice on the high seas. First Page: Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreaders. THE LORD OF THE SEA By M. P. SHIEL CONTENTS I. THE EXODUS II. THE FEZ III. THE HUNTING CROP IV. THE SWOON V. REID'S VI. "PEARSON'S WEEKLY" VII. THE ELM VIII. THE METEOR IX. HOGARTH'S GUNS X. ISAAC XI. WROXHAM BROAD XII. THE ROSE XIII. OUT OF THE WORLD XIV. THE PRIEST XV. MONSIGNOR XVI. THE ROPE XVII. OLD TOM'S LETTER XVIII. CHLOROFORM XIX. THE GREAT BELL XX. THE INFIRMARY XXI. IN THE DEEP XXII. OLD TOM XXIII. UNDER THE ELM XXIV. FRANKL SEES THE METEORITE XXV. CHURCH ARCHITECTURE XXVI. FRANKL AND O'HARA XXVII. THE BAG OF LIGHT XXVIII. THE LETTER XXIX. PRIORITY OF CLAIM XXX. MR. BEECH XXXI. THE HAMMERS XXXII. WONDER XXXIII. REEFS OF STEEL XXXIV. THE "KAISER" XXXV. THE CUP OF TREMBLING XXXVI. THE "BOODAH" AND THE BATTLESHIPS XXXVII. THE STRAITS XXXVIII. THE MANIFESTO XXXIX. THE "BOODAH'S" LOCK UP XL. THE WEDDING XLI. THE VISIT XLII. REBEKAH TELLS XLIII. THE LAND BILL XLIV. THE REGENCY XLV. ESTRELLA, THE PROPHETESS XLVI. THE ORDER IN COUNCIL XLVII... Continue reading book >>

The Lord of the Sea By: Matthew P. Shiel (1865-1947)

The Lord of the Sea by Matthew P. Shiel is a captivating adventure set on the high seas. The novel dives deep into the unknown depths, immersing readers in a world filled with mystery, intrigue, and suspense.

The story follows the journey of Captain Torkildsen, a seasoned seafarer whose life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious man named Craig. Craig is on a quest for an ancient artifact that promises unimaginable power and wealth. As Captain Torkildsen becomes entangled in Craig's quest, he finds himself grappling with dangerous enemies, treacherous waters, and supernatural forces that lurk beneath the surface.

Shiel's writing style is both evocative and vivid, painting a vivid picture of life aboard a ship in the late 19th century. The descriptions of the sea, the storms, and the exotic locations the characters visit are incredibly detailed, transporting readers to a world of adventure and danger. The author's attention to historical accuracy is commendable, as he seamlessly weaves real-life events and figures into the narrative.

The characters in The Lord of the Sea are well-developed and complex. Captain Torkildsen is a strong and charismatic protagonist, driven by a deep sense of duty and honor. His interactions with Craig, who is shrouded in mystery and intrigue, add layers of tension and suspense to the story. The supporting characters, such as the loyal crew members and the enigmatic figures they encounter along the way, also contribute to the richness of the plot.

One of the book's greatest strengths is its pacing. The story moves at a brisk pace, never leaving readers a moment to catch their breath. Each chapter ends on a cliffhanger, propelling the reader forward and fueling the desire to continue reading. The sense of urgency and the constant threat of danger maintain a tense atmosphere from beginning to end.

The Lord of the Sea is a highly imaginative and thrilling tale that combines elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and adventure. Matthew P. Shiel's meticulous attention to detail, compelling characters, and gripping plot make it a book that is hard to put down. Fans of seafaring adventures and epic quests will find themselves engrossed in this enthralling tale of discovery and sacrifice on the high seas.

First Page:

Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreaders.

THE LORD OF THE SEA

By M. P. SHIEL

CONTENTS

I. THE EXODUS

II. THE FEZ

III. THE HUNTING CROP

IV. THE SWOON

V. REID'S

VI. "PEARSON'S WEEKLY"

VII. THE ELM

VIII. THE METEOR

IX. HOGARTH'S GUNS

X. ISAAC

XI. WROXHAM BROAD

XII. THE ROSE

XIII. OUT OF THE WORLD

XIV. THE PRIEST

XV. MONSIGNOR

XVI. THE ROPE

XVII. OLD TOM'S LETTER

XVIII. CHLOROFORM

XIX. THE GREAT BELL

XX. THE INFIRMARY

XXI. IN THE DEEP

XXII. OLD TOM

XXIII. UNDER THE ELM

XXIV. FRANKL SEES THE METEORITE

XXV. CHURCH ARCHITECTURE

XXVI. FRANKL AND O'HARA

XXVII. THE BAG OF LIGHT

XXVIII. THE LETTER

XXIX. PRIORITY OF CLAIM

XXX. MR. BEECH

XXXI. THE HAMMERS

XXXII. WONDER

XXXIII. REEFS OF STEEL

XXXIV. THE "KAISER"

XXXV. THE CUP OF TREMBLING

XXXVI. THE "BOODAH" AND THE BATTLESHIPS

XXXVII. THE STRAITS

XXXVIII. THE MANIFESTO

XXXIX. THE "BOODAH'S" LOCK UP

XL. THE WEDDING

XLI. THE VISIT

XLII. REBEKAH TELLS

XLIII. THE LAND BILL

XLIV. THE REGENCY

XLV. ESTRELLA, THE PROPHETESS

XLVI. THE ORDER IN COUNCIL

XLVII... Continue reading book >>

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