“Every time I yelled my orders through the resurrected wind that howled in the rigging, the Kanaks replied with the only words I ever heard them say in English - "Aye, aye, sir!" - like a chorus responding to a solo. It might sound strange - even reckless - to say that we sailed into the storm with exhilaration, but there's no other word to describe our mood as, utterly drenched, we watched the waves toss around us, sending up huge sheets of flying foam that merged sea and sky. We'd double-robed the flying jib, but soon we had to drop all but the foresail to prevent the mast and rigging from going overboard. I lashed myself to the wheel as the vast waves thundered over us, clearing the deck, from bow to stern, of anything that wasn't strapped down. I stayed there for two days. I could have ordered one of the Kanaks to relieve me every four hours, but I didn't. Not because I didn't trust them, but because I had something to prove to myself. I think they understood that.”
Quote by Carsten Jensen
Work
This book delves into the lives of a small, isolated island community, where the inhabitants are bound by a shared history and a deep connection to the sea. The narrative intertwines personal stories with elements of the supernatural, examining the impact of tradition and the struggle for identity in a changing world. more
Author
Carsten Jensen is a renowned Danish author born on July 24, 1952. His works are known for their vivid portrayal of Danish rural life and profound insights into human nature. more
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