Tarpaulin Muster (1920)

A Tarpaulin Muster is a novel written by the acclaimed English poet and novelist, John Masefield, and first published in 1920. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the adventures of a young sailor named Tom Bowline, who is forced to leave his home in rural England and join the Royal Navy. Tom's journey takes him across the seas to Africa, where he experiences the brutal realities of life on board a warship and the horrors of war.The novel explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the human cost of conflict. Masefield's vivid descriptions of life at sea and the exotic landscapes of Africa create a rich and immersive reading experience. The characters are complex and well-drawn, with Tom Bowline serving as a sympathetic protagonist who struggles to reconcile his own moral code with the demands of his superiors.A Tarpaulin Muster is considered one of Masefield's finest works of fiction, and it remains a classic of naval literature. It is a captivating tale of adventure, courage, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.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.