The Manatee

BRUFF, Nancy

Published by E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc., 1945

About this Item

BRUFF, Nancy [251] pp. E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc. 1945 Sixth Printing 7 3/4" x 5 1/2" Jacket illustration by William Sharp A story of Nantucket whaling days. Searing hatred and vibrant love vie for the possession of captain Jabez Folger s soul. This stemmed from his first voyage when he had an experience so evil that it changed his life. Now and then a warm and gentle spirit would emerge, his old self. Under this influence he married a lovely Quaker girl but now he had turned against dry land. His love centered on the mermaid figure head on his boat, a symbol of the beauty and indifference of the sea. A powerful book, vivid characters, a plot breathtaking in scope.

Seller Inventory # 19404

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Manatee
• Publisher: E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc.
• Publication Date: 1945
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 5th or later Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Nautical
  • Nantucket