The Pilot and His Wife
Jonas Lie's The Pilot and His Wife is a classic romance novel. Readers will find themes of married people, man-woman relationships, Norway and seafaring life.
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About The Pilot and His Wife
"The Pilot and His Wife" by Jonas Lie is a novel published in 1874. Set against the backdrop of ocean voyages and distant ports, it follows sailor Salve Kristiansen and his beloved Elisabeth. When Elisabeth momentarily wavers between Salve and a young officer, Salve flees to sea in desperation. Years later, they marry, but doubt and misunderstanding poison their union. The novel explores whether trust can be rebuilt and true happiness found in a marriage haunted by past hesitation.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Pilot and His Wife?
The Pilot and His Wife was written by Jonas Lie.
What genre is The Pilot and His Wife?
It is usually shelved as Classic Love Stories.
Is The Pilot and His Wife free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
What books are similar to The Pilot and His Wife?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Great Gatsby, Jane Eyre and The Return of the Native.
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