Shipwrecked but Not Lost

by S. Dundas, Mark Hamby (Preface)

Impulsive and impatient, Alexia and his cousin find themselves reaping the dreadful consequences of following foolish counsel. Stranded in the Arctic for the long winter, the two remorseful lads learn to trust our merciful God as they try to survive against all odds, fighting bears, wolves and frigid temperatures.

167 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Molly · Rating 3 out of 5]

A beautiful book for those who love survival-stories filled with action and adventures! Although this book is filled with great descriptions and wonderful snapshot moments, I had a hard time getting through it! That’s mostly because I like a character driven book. However, what it lacks in character development it makes up for in epic saga. If you like Tolkien, you’ll like this.

[Gloria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This lovely little story takes place in Russia where successful merchant George Ozaroff lives with his son Alexis and orphaned nephew Ivan. The time has come for the two boys to decide what career path to choose. Ozaroff hopes his son will take over his business and while Alexis does show interest, he is easily influenced by Ivan whose burning desire is to go to sea. When such an opportunity presents itself, the two boys jump at it - without asking Ozaroff. Leaving behind a hurried note, they set off in search of adventure. But they get more than they bargain for when the ship hits a huge storm and Alexis, Ivan, and the godly pilot are stranded in a frozen wasteland. How will they survive? Will they return home or will their fate be the same as the unburied body they find tucked away in a cave?

While the book started off kinda slow with much exposition, it picked about a third of the way through. What I found unusual was that, while the book is written in the third person, it reads much more like a narrative. There are a few lines of dialogue, but for the most part we hear the author describing everything. Aside from that peculiarity, it was an interesting short read that I rather enjoyed.

[Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yeah, I can see how I woulda been obsessed with this as a kid.

[Katie Rew · Rating 5 out of 5]

I hold all Lamplighter books in high esteem specially in the sense of the rich vocabulary and the high moral values found in 1800s literature. And concerning Shipwrecked but not Lost these expectations did not disappoint. However to modern readers and critics most would find discontent in the simple "telling" instead of "showing" which tends to be standard by which modern literature is judged. But do not be put off by this modern grievance for as I have stated earlier the moral values and the rich vocabulary is much worth the time. What joy to find literature which glorifies God!

[Ruthe Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the amazing Lamp Lighter's Rare Book Series, this book was written over 150 years ago but with an applicable message for today. Since the story pertains to two young men who find themselves stranded in the cold and frigid Artic for the winter, it would be a great adventure book to read on a cold, snowy day this winter. The two young men and their captain get themselves into dire trouble, all because of poor choices It will take a miracle to ever see home again.

[Summereyre · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this read! Very intriguing and hard to put down. I also love the double meaning of the title!! The boys in this book are lost before they ever get lost in the north pole. They are lead by a wise and knowledgeable stranger to survive in the extreme harshness of Spitzbergen and must endure the endless winter with no sun. This is an incredibly interesting read as well as a sobering one!

[Rebekah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful little book. Impelling story mixed with adventure, survival, and faith in God. Don’t read this book if you’re cold tho because it all mostly takes place in the snow and will make you feel colder.

[Kaylee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this powerful little story! Themes of trust, surrender, and submission course throughout.

[Loretta F. Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thrilling tale of mystery, but with complete trust in the Lord. The resourcefulness is inspiring!

[Brandon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining and had a good lesson!

[essie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This lovely book speaks of the merciful chastisement of the Lord. It teaches the virtues of calm self-possession and trusting patience. It speaks of the dangers of yielding to folly, of rash decisions, of neglected council. Though the characters endure great hardship, the book asks you not to pity them, but with godly determination to face the difficulties in your own life resting under the sovereign hand of God. It tells of the surety the Christian possesses; that though alone, shipwrecked, or abandoned, we are never forsaken, never lost.

[Dayna Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another book in the Rare Collector's Series from Lamplighter Publishing. This is the story of two impatient young boys who can't wait to head out on their own. They listen to foolish counsel and find themselves stranded in the Arctic. They need to survive cold, bears, wolves, and learn that actions have consequences. They also learn that God is merciful and He can be trusted. A great adventure survival story from a decidedly Christian perspective.

[Mary Ruth · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book. The writer could have let the reader come to the wanted conclusions by seeing events unfold without constantly reminding the writer of the characters' error. It was written a long time ago and that was the style of their day. I would still recommend the book. A Robinson Crusoe story set in the arctic.

[Danette · Rating 3 out of 5]

"What we wish to convey, so you will not soon forget, is that there truly is a God of mercy who desires His children to be spared the shipwreck caused by following the counsels of the foolish. If there is one thing that we have learned, it is to fear God and keep His commandments."
Read with my children.
A book by or about a Russian.

[Nathan Dunahoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite books ever!

[Rachel :) · Rating 2 out of 5]

Had to read for school.....it was ok.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️