| Author |
McFee, William, 1881-1966 |
| Title |
A Port Said miscellany
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| Original Publication |
United States: The Atlantic Monthly Press,1918.
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| Series Title |
Atlantic Readings Number 6
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
"This paper was originally published in The Atlantic Monthly for March, 1918."
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| Credits |
hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"A Port Said Miscellany" by William McFee is a narrative work penned during the early 20th century. This book falls into the category of maritime literature, capturing the experiences and observations of a crew aboard a transport ship. It provides a vivid glimpse into the lives of soldiers and sailors as they navigate the Mediterranean, touching on themes of duty, camaraderie, and the realities of war. In the text, McFee paints a detailed picture of the journey to Port Said, where a diverse group of soldiers prepares to disembark. The reader is introduced to various characters, from seasoned veterans to young recruits, each with their fond memories and fears. The narrative unfolds as a reflection on the experiences of war and life at sea, highlighting the stark contrast between the adventure of their voyages and the somber reality they face upon arrival at their destination. Through intimate character studies and evocative descriptions, McFee immerses us in the atmosphere of the ship and the bustling port, ultimately portraying the human spirit amidst the chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels
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| Subject |
Ships
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69240 |
| Release Date |
Oct 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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