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The North Water: A Novel,Used
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Now an AMC+ original miniseries event starring Colin Farrell and Jack O'Connell! A nineteenthcentury whaling ship sets sail for the Arctic with a killer aboard in this dark, sharp, and highly original tale that grips like a thrillerOne of The New York Times Book Review's 10 Best Books of the Year, and named a Best Book of the Year by The Chicago Tribune, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The New Statesman, Publishers Weekly, and The Chicago Public LibraryBehold the man: stinking, drunk, and brutal. Henry Drax is a harpooner on the Volunteer, a Yorkshire whaler bound for the rich hunting waters of the arctic circle. Also aboard for the first time is Patrick Sumner, an exarmy surgeon with a shattered reputation, no money, and no better option than to sail as the ship's medic on this violent, filthy, and illfated voyage.In India, during the Siege of Delhi, Sumner thought he had experienced the depths to which man can stoop. He had hoped to find temporary respite on the Volunteer, but rest proves impossible with Drax on board. The discovery of something evil in the hold rouses Sumner to action. And as the confrontation between the two men plays out amid the freezing darkness of an arctic winter, the fateful question arises: who will survive until spring?With savage, unstoppable momentum and the blackest wit, Ian McGuire's The North Water weaves a superlative story of humanity under the most extreme conditions.National BestsellerLonglisted for the Man Booker PrizeWinner of the RSL Encore AwardFinalist for the Los Angeles Book Prize
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The North Water'? A: 'The North Water' explores themes of survival, morality, and the dark aspects of human nature, set against the backdrop of a brutal whaling expedition.
- Q: Who are the main characters in 'The North Water'? A: The main characters are Henry Drax, a brutal harpooner, and Patrick Sumner, an ex-army surgeon whose reputation is tarnished, both aboard the whaling ship Volunteer.
- Q: Is 'The North Water' based on a true story? A: 'The North Water' is a work of fiction, but it is inspired by the historical context of 19th-century whaling and the harsh realities of life at sea.
- Q: What age group is 'The North Water' suitable for? A: 'The North Water' is intended for adult readers due to its mature themes, violence, and complex moral questions.
- Q: How long is 'The North Water'? A: 'The North Water' has a total of 272 pages, making it a medium-length novel that can be read in a few sittings.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The North Water' have? A: 'The North Water' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The North Water' published? A: 'The North Water' was published on March 15, 2016.
- Q: Has 'The North Water' won any awards? A: 'The North Water' has received several accolades, including being longlisted for the Man Booker Prize and winning the RSL Encore Award.
- Q: What is the setting of 'The North Water'? A: 'The North Water' is primarily set on a whaling ship in the Arctic, highlighting the extreme conditions faced by its crew.
- Q: Is there a film or series adaptation of 'The North Water'? A: 'The North Water' has been adapted into an AMC+ original miniseries event, featuring actors Colin Farrell and Jack O'Connell.