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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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- Q: How many pages does 'The North Water: A Novel' have? A: This novel has two hundred seventy-two pages. It is a hardcover book that offers a gripping narrative.
- Q: What is the size of 'The North Water: A Novel'? A: The book measures six and a half inches in length, nine and forty-six hundredths inches in height, and nine hundred eighty hundredths inches in width.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The North Water: A Novel'? A: The author is Ian McGuire. He is known for his sharp and engaging storytelling.
- Q: What genre does 'The North Water: A Novel' belong to? A: This book falls under the Sea Stories genre. It combines elements of thriller and historical fiction.
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- Q: Is 'The North Water: A Novel' suitable for young readers? A: No, this book is not specifically aimed at young readers. It contains mature themes and complex narratives.
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- Q: What themes are explored in 'The North Water: A Novel'? A: This novel explores themes of survival, morality, and the human condition in extreme circumstances. It is set against the backdrop of a whaling expedition.
- Q: Is there any adult content in 'The North Water: A Novel'? A: Yes, the book contains mature themes and violence. It is recommended for adult readers.
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- Q: Is 'The North Water: A Novel' a bestseller? A: Yes, 'The North Water' is a national bestseller. It has received critical acclaim and was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize.
- Q: Who published 'The North Water: A Novel'? A: The book is published by Henry Holt & Company. They are known for producing quality literary works.
- Q: What awards has 'The North Water: A Novel' received? A: This novel has won the RSL Encore Award and was a finalist for the Los Angeles Book Prize. It has also been recognized by various publications.