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The island

By Richard Whiteing
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A disillusioned London gentleman abruptly abandons metropolitan routine and is carried to a remote Pacific island, where bewilderment gives way to survival, rescue, and prolonged residence within a small community. He observes and takes part in the island's government, laws, arts, festivals, and rituals, forges relationships that include romantic and moral entanglements, confronts misunderstandings and plots, and undergoes repentance and inward meditation. The narrative blends vivid adventure with social observation, contrasting urban machinery with island social order while tracing the protagonist's gradual reassessment of identity and values.

About the Author

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Richard Whiteing

Richard Whiteing was an English author known for his novel "The Island," which explores themes of isolation and human experience. His work often reflects a deep engagement with the natural world and the complexities of human relationships. Whiteing's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, inviting readers to reflect on their own connections to nature and society. Although not as widely recognized today, his contributions to literature provide insight into the social and environmental concerns of his time.

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