Homeward Bound Or The Chase

Homeward Bound Or The Chase: A Tale Of The Sea is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper and published in 1860. The story follows the adventures of a group of passengers aboard a ship called the Montauk as they sail from England to America. The main character, Miles Wallingford, is a young man who is returning to America after spending several years in Europe. He is accompanied by his sister, Grace, and their cousin, Henry. The voyage is not without its challenges, as the Montauk encounters rough seas and fierce storms. Along the way, the passengers must also deal with a mutiny, a shipwreck, and a chase by a British warship. Despite these obstacles, Miles and his companions remain determined to reach their destination and reunite with their family.Throughout the novel, Cooper explores themes such as loyalty, courage, and perseverance. He also provides vivid descriptions of life at sea, including the routines of the crew and the dangers of navigating treacherous waters. Overall, Homeward Bound Or The Chase: A Tale Of The Sea is a thrilling adventure story that captures the excitement and danger of life on the high seas. It is a classic work of American literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.