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Confessions of a Tradesman
Frank Thomas Bullen
出版DigiCat, 2022-07-21
主題Fiction / ClassicsReference / General
ISBNEAN:8596547085126
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=DiJ9EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋In 'Confessions of a Tradesman,' Frank Thomas Bullen recounts a deeply personal narrative that charts his journey from a destitute childhood to his experience across the seas. With forthright candor and evocative prose, the autobiography situates itself within the tradition of Victorian literature, offering a vivid firsthand account of the era's socioeconomic conditions. Bullen's detailed descriptions and insightful commentary illuminate the trials and tribulations of his life, framed within the wider maritime culture that permeated late 19th-century Britain. His narrative does not merely recollect; it delves into the cultural and emotional tapestry of the time, making it a valuable document of historical study. Frank Thomas Bullen's lived experiences fundamentally shaped his oeuvre, as 'Confessions of a Tradesman' attests with its unvarnished truth. Born into poverty, Bullen's early exposure to hardship and his subsequent maritime ventures informed not only the content but the texture of his writing. The school of hard knocks served as his education, a pedagogy that schooled him in the complex interplay of human character and the relentless march of time and tide. Bullen's transition from seafarer to renowned author and novelist echoes within the pages, as readers witness the transformation of a life buffeted by the waves into a reservoir of literary achievement. Bullen's memoir is recommended to those with an interest in social history and literature, and to anyone who appreciates a tale of resilience and self-made success. The book transcends the bounds of a simple autobiography, offering an indelible perspective on the human condition through the lens of an everyman. It is a poignant exploration for scholars and enthusiasts of maritime history or for the casual reader seeking inspiration in the triumph over adversity. 'Confessions of a Tradesman' is an enduring testament to the spirit of its author and an epoch-defining narrative that continues to resonate.