by Pierre Loti · Editions Gallimard · tapa dura · ISBN 9782070501663
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«Pêcheur d’Islande» is the novel by Pierre Loti published in the 1000 Soleils collection by Gallimard, in hardcover (174 pages, in French).
Set in French Brittany, «Pêcheur d’Islande» tells the story of Breton fishermen who set out each year for the waters of Iceland to fish for cod. Pierre Loti portrays the harshness of seafaring, solitude and love, as well as the uncertain waiting of those who remain on land.
«Pêcheur d’Islande» was originally published in 1886. The 1982 edition includes the complete text and illustrations by Tony Ross.
Intended for young readers and teenagers who are beginning to explore the classics of French literature.
Pierre Loti was a French naval officer and novelist, known for his exotic novels and short stories.
