About “Close Quarters”
To the Ends of the Earth is a trilogy of nautical novels by British author William Golding. The series includes Rites of Passage (1980), Close Quarters (1987), and Fire Down Below (1989). The story takes place on a former British man-of-war that transports migrants to Australia in the early 19th century. The novels examine themes of class and human behavior, particularly how people may revert to savagery when isolated in a closed environment. The series focuses on the interactions between passengers and crew, highlighting the tensions and dynamics within the ship’s society. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- First published
- 1987
- Pages
- 294
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Close Quarters?
Close Quarters by William Golding has 294 pages.
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