Review of The Abalone Ukulele
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Review of The Abalone Ukulele
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Abalone Ukulele" by R. L. Crossland.]
The Abalone Ukulele is a historical fiction written by R.L. Crossland. The narrative centers on Korean army captain Jung-Hee-Yi and explores the interactions between Japan, China, Korea, and the United States. Jung-Hee-Yi was on a sail in an attempt to pay tribute to China, but it was unsuccessful due to the surprise attack of the Japanese army launched. It was a significant tribute because, in exchange, China promised to protect Korea. He was humiliated as a result, and it became known that he was hostile to his nation. He was forced to leave the nation, and he was determined to clear his name.
The book was masterfully written. It was written in a convoluted style that provides the reader with a rich linguistic experience. A glossary was provided by the author to aid in our understanding of this. Yi, the main character, will visit various nations, which made the story beautiful and enjoyable. His journey was equally intense, keeping us glued to our seats as we read. It acquaints us with various cultures. This story deals with politics because it is about the interactions between American and Asian nations. Along with Yi's adventure and the historical context, the politics that were interspersed were fascinating. Numerous famous people's quotes were also included in the book by the author. Ralph Waldo Emerson's quote, “The desire of gold is not for gold. It is for the means of freedom and benefit” caught my attention. The world and character-building of the story are awesome. The story was divided into 5 parts, each of which was broken down into a separate chapter. As a result, the novel was divided into manageable sections and edited so as not to elaborate needlessly. This book's historical backdrop was expertly created. There are no typographical or grammatical errors. It was meticulously edited.
The only drawback is that I found reading the book challenging at first. Even after finishing it, I went back and read a few chapters to make sure I understood the plot. The writing was complex, making it challenging to understand and confusing for those unfamiliar with this style, like me.
I rated this book 5 out of 5 stars. Due to my lack of knowledge and unfamiliarity with this writing style, I became perplexed. Other than that, I have no complaints about this book. This story taught me a lot and introduced me to various cultures from around the world.
I suggest this to fans of historical fiction. It is set back in the late 19th and early 20th century. Reading about the historical context made me feel nostalgic. Adults who are accustomed to and enjoy the rich writing style should definitely read this book. Furthermore, if you want to read an exciting historical adventure story with a political backdrop, this book is for you.
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The Abalone Ukulele
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The Abalone Ukulele is a historical fiction written by R.L. Crossland. The narrative centers on Korean army captain Jung-Hee-Yi and explores the interactions between Japan, China, Korea, and the United States. Jung-Hee-Yi was on a sail in an attempt to pay tribute to China, but it was unsuccessful due to the surprise attack of the Japanese army launched. It was a significant tribute because, in exchange, China promised to protect Korea. He was humiliated as a result, and it became known that he was hostile to his nation. He was forced to leave the nation, and he was determined to clear his name.
The book was masterfully written. It was written in a convoluted style that provides the reader with a rich linguistic experience. A glossary was provided by the author to aid in our understanding of this. Yi, the main character, will visit various nations, which made the story beautiful and enjoyable. His journey was equally intense, keeping us glued to our seats as we read. It acquaints us with various cultures. This story deals with politics because it is about the interactions between American and Asian nations. Along with Yi's adventure and the historical context, the politics that were interspersed were fascinating. Numerous famous people's quotes were also included in the book by the author. Ralph Waldo Emerson's quote, “The desire of gold is not for gold. It is for the means of freedom and benefit” caught my attention. The world and character-building of the story are awesome. The story was divided into 5 parts, each of which was broken down into a separate chapter. As a result, the novel was divided into manageable sections and edited so as not to elaborate needlessly. This book's historical backdrop was expertly created. There are no typographical or grammatical errors. It was meticulously edited.
The only drawback is that I found reading the book challenging at first. Even after finishing it, I went back and read a few chapters to make sure I understood the plot. The writing was complex, making it challenging to understand and confusing for those unfamiliar with this style, like me.
I rated this book 5 out of 5 stars. Due to my lack of knowledge and unfamiliarity with this writing style, I became perplexed. Other than that, I have no complaints about this book. This story taught me a lot and introduced me to various cultures from around the world.
I suggest this to fans of historical fiction. It is set back in the late 19th and early 20th century. Reading about the historical context made me feel nostalgic. Adults who are accustomed to and enjoy the rich writing style should definitely read this book. Furthermore, if you want to read an exciting historical adventure story with a political backdrop, this book is for you.
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The Abalone Ukulele
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