The Down-Easters, Etc., Etc., Etc.

by John Neal

The Down-Easters, Etc., Etc., Etc. is a novel written by John Neal and published in 1833. The story is set in the coastal towns of Maine and follows the lives of its inhabitants, known as Down-Easters. The novel is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different character or group of characters. The main character is Jonathan Robbins, a sailor who returns home to Maine after spending several years at sea. He becomes involved in a love triangle with two women, Lucy and Mary, and must choose between them. Other characters include a wealthy merchant, a doctor, and a group of sailors who become embroiled in a mutiny. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the unique culture and way of life of the people of Maine. It also provides a glimpse into the maritime industry of the early 19th century, with detailed descriptions of sailing and navigation. Overall, The Down-Easters, Etc., Etc., Etc. is a classic work of American literature that offers a rich and engaging portrayal of life in coastal Maine during the early 19th century.In Two Volumes.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.

218 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2006

About the author

John Neal was an American writer, critic, editor, lecturer, and activist. Considered both eccentric and influential, he delivered speeches and published essays, novels, poems, and short stories between the 1810s and 1870s in the United States and Great Britain, championing American literary nationalism and regionalism in their earliest stages. Neal advanced the development of American art, fought for women's rights, advocated the end of slavery and racial prejudice, and helped establish the American gymnastics movement.