Afloat (1889)

Afloat is a novel written by the renowned French author Guy de Maupassant and was first published in 1889. The story follows the journey of a group of travelers who are on a yacht trip from France to the Mediterranean. The travelers include a wealthy businessman, his wife, their daughter, and a few other friends. During the voyage, the travelers encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a storm that damages their yacht and leaves them stranded in the middle of the sea. As they struggle to survive, tensions rise among the group, and secrets are revealed, leading to unexpected consequences. The novel explores themes of class, wealth, and morality, as well as the human condition and the fragility of life. De Maupassant's vivid descriptions of the sea and the characters' experiences on the yacht create a captivating and immersive reading experience. Afloat is considered one of De Maupassant's most significant works and is a masterpiece of French literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature, adventure stories, and tales of survival.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.