Mare Nostrum (our Sea): A Novel
1919
''Mare Nostrum (Our Sea): A Novel'' by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez, first published in 1919, follows Ulysses Ferragut, a young boy captivated by the sea and historical tales. Set in Valencia, the story explores his family dynamics and dreams of adventure, particularly his longing to become a sailor in the Mediterranean. The novel intertwines themes of identity, history, and myth, reflecting on the beauty and significance of the Mediterranean Sea in shaping Ulysses' destiny.













