The Shipwreck, a Poem by W. Falconer, With a Sketch of His Life

This acclaimed poem tells the story of a shipwrecked sailor who defies the odds to survive on a barren island. Written in a lively and descriptive style, the poem captures the drama and beauty of the sea, as well as the resilience and perseverance of the human spirit. The volume also includes a biographical sketch of the author, William Falconer, who himself survived a shipwreck and drew inspiration from his experiences to write the poem.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.