Men Of The Deep Waters

Included in this volume of William Hope Hodgson's short fiction are the stories, "On the Bridge," "The Seahorses," "The Derelict," "My House Shall Be Called the House," "From the Tideless Sea," "The Captain of the Onion Boat," "The Voice in the Night," "Through the Vortex of a Cyclone," "The Mystery of the Derelict," and "The Shamraken Homeward-Bounder," and the poems "The Song of the Great Bull Whale," and "Grey Seas Are Dreaming of My Death."

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In 'Men of the Deep Waters,' William Hope Hodgson presents a stirring anthology of nautical tales, brimming with the spectral aura of the unknown and the profound dread and allure of the sea. This collection delivers an array of narratives as deep and mysterious as the waters themselves, penned in a literary style that is as evocative as it is exceptional. Set against the literary context of the early 20th century, when tales of adventure and supernatural were widely savored, Hodgson's work reflects a hybrid genre that combines maritime lore with eerie suspense, illustrating his prowess and commanding a distinct place in fantastical literature. Each story weaves a haunting portrayal of the ocean's inscrutable depths, portraying sailors and the boundless sea with chilling effect. William Hope Hodgson, with his mariner background, used his extensive sea-faring experience to infuse authenticity into his narratives. The dread and admiration Hodgson held for the sea is palpable in this collection. His life at sea began as a teenager, and it was these formidable years that shaped his literary creations. His ability to evoke the mystique of the ocean and its simultaneous capacity for beauty and terror is a testament to his personal journey. Menacing sea creatures and eldritch occurrences in 'Men of the Deep Waters' are a metaphorical sublimation of Hodgson's own encounters and reflections upon the mighty expanse of the oceans. 'Men of the Deep Waters' is recommended for readers who appreciate the confluence of maritime adventure and the supernatural. The book is a fine example of how literary art can transcend mere entertainment, offering a deep dive into the profound fears and reverences humanity holds for the sea. This literary gem is looking to captivate the imagination of readers, just as the impenetrable deep has long captured the souls of seafarers. Hodgson's work remains a must-read for aficionados of the genre and those interested in the psychological interplay between man and the natural world.

On The Bridge -- The Sea Horses -- The Derelict -- My House Shall Be Called The House Of Prayer -- From The Tideless Sea -- The Captain Of The Onion Boat -- The Voice In The Night -- Through The Vortex Of A Cyclone -- The Mystery Of The Derelict -- The Shamraken Homeward-Bounder -- Grey Seas Are Dreaming Of My Death --

"This is a true story about the Hurricane Katrina’s wild gusty winds and floodwaters that almost wiped out our neighborhood and the residences that were in its path. We all witnessed nature’s fury at its worst and all of its destruction. The memories will never abort our minds."

There are few writers who can take the facts of an actual event and transform them into a compelling story that captures the mind and the heart. James Raffan is that rare author, proving with Deep Waters that he is a masterful storyteller who has not only penned a story that is by turns harrowing and poignant, but is also a powerful investigative work that sensitively explores the nature of courage, risk and loss. On the morning of June 11, 1978, 27 boys and four leaders from St. John’s School in Ontario set out on a canoeing expedition on Lake Timiskaming. By the end of the day, 12 boys and one leader were dead, with all four canoes overturned and floating aimlessly in the wind. This tragedy, which was first deemed to be an “accident,” was actually, as James Raffan explains, a shocking tale of a school’s survival philosophy gone terribly wrong, unsafe canoes and equipment, and a total lack of emergency preparedness training. Deep Waters is a remarkable story of endurance, courage and unspeakable pain, a book that also explores the nature of risk-taking and the resilience of the human spirit.

Included in this volume of William Hope Hodgson's short fiction are the stories, "On the Bridge," "The Seahorses," "The Derelict," "My House Shall Be Called the House," "From the Tideless Sea," "The Captain of the Onion Boat," "The Voice in the Night," "Through the Vortex of a Cyclone," "The Mystery of the Derelict," and "The Shamraken Homeward-Bounder," and the poems "The Song of the Great Bull Whale," and "Grey Seas Are Dreaming of My Death."

PREFACE Directly afterwards, a shrill, yelling noise seemed to fill the whole sky with a deafening, piercing sound. I glanced hastily over the port quarter. In that direction the whole surface of the ocean seemed to be torn up into the air in monstrous clouds of spray. The yelling sound passed into a vast scream, and the next instant the cyclone was upon us. "Through the Vortex of a Cyclone," page 122.