Typhoon

Captain McWhirr is a serious man who runs his steamer the Nan-Shan with efficiency and solidity. When a storm appears to be headed in their direction MacWhirr is not concerned about his ships ability to weather it but when the storm turns out to be a powerful typhoon which surges in across the Pacific Ocean headed straight for the Nan-Shan MacWhirr and his crew must work together if they want to survive.This classic sea-faring story is believed to be based on author Joseph Conrads real experiences at sea when he sailed aboard the John P. Best steamer under Captain John MacWhir.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.