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The Sand Pebbles (Bluejacket Books)
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This Nowclassic Novel By Richard Mckenna Enjoyed Great Critical Acclaim And Commercial Success When It Was First Published In 1962. The Winner Of The Coveted Harper Prize, It Was On The New York Times Bestseller List For Seven Months And Was Made Into A Popular Motion Picture That Continues To Be Shown On Television Today. Set In China On The Eve Of Revolution, The Book Tells The Story Of An Old U.S. Navy Gunboat, The San Pablo, And Her Dedicated Crew Of Sand Pebbles On Patrol In The Far Reaches Of The Yangtze River To Show The Flag And Protect American Missionaries And Businessmen From Bandits. The Plot Revolves Around A Newcomer To The Boat, Machinist'S Mate Jake Holman, A Maverick And Loner Who Dramatically Alters The Lives Of The Crew And The People They Have Come To Save. A Faithful Engineroom Coolie And A Pretty Young Missionary Help Holman Gain An Appreciation Of China And Its People And Discover A World Of Humanity And Promise He Has Never Known. It Is A Story Of Old Loyalties Versus New Values, Of Violence And Tenderness, Tragedy And Humor, And It Engages The Reader From The First Line To The Last. This New Paperback Edition Includes In Informative Introduction By Robert Shenk, Written For The Naval Institute'S Classics Of Naval Literature Edition In 1984.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Sand Pebbles'? A: The main theme of 'The Sand Pebbles' revolves around the conflict between old loyalties and new values, exploring human connections amidst the backdrop of political turmoil in China.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Sand Pebbles'? A: The author of 'The Sand Pebbles' is Richard McKenna.
- Q: What is the publication date of the revised edition? A: The revised edition of 'The Sand Pebbles' was published on May 1, 2001.
- Q: Is 'The Sand Pebbles' a standalone novel? A: Yes, 'The Sand Pebbles' is a standalone novel and does not belong to a series.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Sand Pebbles' have? A: 'The Sand Pebbles' has a total of 624 pages.
- Q: What format is 'The Sand Pebbles' available in? A: 'The Sand Pebbles' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What type of readers might enjoy 'The Sand Pebbles'? A: 'The Sand Pebbles' is likely to appeal to readers interested in historical fiction, sea stories, and narratives exploring personal and cultural conflicts.
- Q: Does 'The Sand Pebbles' have any illustrations or maps? A: The novel does not include illustrations or maps; it focuses on storytelling and character development.
- Q: What is the setting of 'The Sand Pebbles'? A: 'The Sand Pebbles' is set in China during the eve of revolution, primarily along the Yangtze River.
- Q: Can you describe the main character in 'The Sand Pebbles'? A: The main character, Jake Holman, is a machinist's mate on the U.S. Navy gunboat San Pablo, known for being a maverick and a loner who challenges the crew's dynamics.