The Shipping News

The list for uses of knots and sailing lore seems endless; from the countless uses on the armed forces; to the boys scouts, knots have many uses. They are used for protection, in the event of an emergency; security, to keep sailors and others safe on sea; and they are always a symbol of trust, because they can be relayed upon in any case. This list for knots and sailing lore it seems is always …showed first 75 words of 563 total…

…showed last 75 words of 563 total…Proulx just might have been putting this lore in the novel to convey the eventual ending of the book. Each writer has his or her own unique style to add flare and drama to the book. Proulx’s own recipe of short sentences and shipping lore and knots serves to make on fantastic novel. Her combination of diction, syntax and abstract conclusions makes one fine novel which should be cherished for many years to come.