The Fisherman's Son by Joseph M. Orlando
$ 5.55
Description
The Fisherman's Son - JOSEPH M. ORLANDO. Author's Forward (inside): The Fishman's Son is a novel. The characters are fictional. Any resemblance to actual persons is unintentional. That said, this is a story of Gloucester, her fishing fleet and the Italian-American people who inhabit this most beautiful Cape. The author was born and raised in Gloucester. My father, uncles and grandfathers were fishermen and I am a maritime lawyer, who has represented hundreds of fishermen in their uphill battle against the multinational insurance companies that have controlled so much of their destinies. The Fishman's Son is a saga of the young man (John Palermo) who life dealt a difficult hand. He lost his parents very young and was sent, by his dying Papa, alone and afraid to America at the tender age of 10. John was taken in by a family and a community. One day he would battle for his adopted people against the rich, powerful and corrupt forces that have for too long treated his people with contempt. On the outcome of that battle rested the fate of a family and the dignity of a community.
This gripping novel dives deep into Gloucester's fishing culture with authenticity and heart. As a maritime lawyer and Gloucester native, the author brings raw, firsthand insight into the struggles of fishermen against powerful corporations. The rich Italian-American community and vivid coastal setting make the story come alive. A must-read for anyone who loves maritime tales or small-town dramas!