The House Under the Sea: A Romance byMaxPemberton is a thrilling early20thcentury adventure novel first published in 1902. Centered onJasper Begg, a seaman who journeys on the steamshipSouthern Cross to the enigmatic Ken’s Island, the story weaves romantic intrigue, suspense, and gothic atmospheres.
Maxwell Pemberton (1863–1950) was an English journalist and prolific novelist, known particularly for maritime adventures. His notable works includeThe Iron Pirate,The Sea Wolves, andCaptain Black. He also editedChums andCassell's Magazine, and was knighted in 1928.