An Ocean Tragedy by William Clark Russell

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By Stephanie Lin Posted on Mar 10, 2026
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Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911 Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911
English
"An Ocean Tragedy" by William Clark Russell is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds the emotional turmoil and tumultuous journey of Sir Wilfrid Monson, whose wife has eloped with a man he once considered a friend, Colonel Hope-Kennedy. In a desperate attempt to reclaim her, Monson embarks on a perilous sea voyage with his cou...
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we witness Monson's emotional distress as he arrives at his cousin's lodgings to reveal the catastrophic news about his wife's betrayal. Through vivid descriptions, we learn about Monson's character—his nervousness, physical stature, and the weight of grief pressing upon him. The opening chapters detail Wilfrid's frantic decision to pursue the runaway couple aboard his yacht, "Bride," as they sail to Cape Town. Tension builds around the relationships between the characters and the looming threat of confrontation on the high seas, setting the stage for an adventure that intertwines love, betrayal, and the quest for redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Charles Gonzalez
2 years ago

Initially, I was looking for a specific answer, but the author doesn't just scratch the surface but goes into meaningful detail. It’s hard to find this much value in a single source these days.

Ashley Martinez
1 year ago

It effectively synthesizes complex ideas into a coherent whole.

Richard Clark
1 year ago

Amazing book.

Robert Robinson
11 months ago

I had low expectations initially, however the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. Truly inspiring.

Linda Nguyen
1 year ago

As someone who reads a lot, the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. I would gladly recommend this title.

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