Description
In the brutal, unforgiving landscape of the Arctic, a whaling ship becomes a microcosm of human depravity and survival. When a disgraced ex-army surgeon joins the crew of the Volunteer, he finds himself entangled in a deadly struggle against a monstrous harpooner and the unforgiving elements. As the voyage descends into chaos, the stark realities of life and death on the high seas are laid bare, forcing a confrontation with the darkest aspects of human nature. This visceral and unflinching narrative explores themes of savagery, civilization, and the primal will to endure against all odds.
Available Editions
paperback
Henry Holt and Company
Published Jan 1, 2016
255 pages
ISBN: 9781627795944
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Details
First Published
2016
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The North Water by Ian McGuire.