A Psychological Adventure

The story follows Humphrey van Weyden, a refined literary critic who finds himself shipwrecked and rescued by a seal-hunting schooner, the Ghost, commanded by the brutal and enigmatic Captain Wolf Larsen. Forced to adapt to the harsh realities of life at sea, Humphrey must navigate not only the treacherous waters of the Pacific Ocean but also the volatile dynamics of the crew, including Larsen’s tyrannical rule.

First published in 1904, this edition is derived from the original book with 6 black & white illustrations by W. J. Aylward. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.