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Ship of Magic

Robin Hobb

834 Pages
2003

Ship of Magic

Spectra

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In a world where ships can become sentient beings, the port city of Bingtown stands as a testament to maritime wonder and magical possibility. This sweeping fantasy tale follows the Vestrit family's struggle to maintain their liveship Vivacia, as they navigate treacherous waters both literal and metaphorical. When their precious vessel awakens to consciousness, it sets in motion a chain of events that will challenge everything they know about legacy, duty, and the true meaning of ownership.

Key Themes

  1. Family Legacy and Tradition The Vestrit family's story exemplifies the weight of generational expectations and the price of maintaining ancestral traditions. As Althea fights for her rightful place as captain while her nephew Wintrow is torn from his religious calling, we see how family obligations can both strengthen and destroy those bound by blood.

  2. Power and Control Through the ambitious pirate Kennit's quest to capture a liveship and the complex relationship between ships and their owners, the narrative explores the various forms of power - from political authority to personal autonomy - and the

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