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Emily asked this question about In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex:
What did you think the most surprising part of the story was?
Judi Ruckstuhl The endurance of the human spirit under an absolutely horrific situation.
Thought it was better than Moby Dick in its explanation of the pecking order …moreThe endurance of the human spirit under an absolutely horrific situation.
Thought it was better than Moby Dick in its explanation of the pecking order on a whaling ship. (less)
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