The Wreck Of The Roscommon (1844)

The Wreck of the Roscommon is a historical novel written by Stephen Prentis in 1844. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the sinking of the Roscommon, a British merchant ship, off the coast of Ireland. The novel follows the lives of the passengers and crew members of the ill-fated ship, as well as the rescue efforts of the local fishermen and the British navy.The main character of the novel is Richard Lacy, a young sailor who finds himself aboard the Roscommon when it is hit by a fierce storm. As the ship begins to sink, Lacy must fight for survival alongside his fellow passengers and crew members. The novel also explores the relationships between the various characters on board, including the ship's captain, the wealthy passengers, and the working-class sailors.As the survivors struggle to stay alive in the cold and turbulent waters, they are forced to confront their own mortality and the fragility of human life. The novel is a powerful exploration of the themes of courage, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.Overall, The Wreck of the Roscommon is a gripping and emotional tale of survival and tragedy on the high seas. Prentis's vivid descriptions of the storm and the sinking of the ship are both harrowing and haunting, and the novel provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century seafaring and maritime culture.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.