Cappy Ricks Retires: But That Doesn't Keep Him From Coming Back Stronger Than Ever (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Peter B. Kyne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484733567 ISBN 13: 9780484733564

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A wry maritime caper follows the feisty ship boss as clever schemes, brave crews, and comic outrage collide on the high seas.

In this nautical tale, a veteran captain rules a growing fleet with a sharp wit and a stubborn love of the sea. His crew tackles tight deadlines, tricky rivals, and even a submarine, using quick thinking and a touch of humor to outmaneuver danger.

Full of color, camaraderie, and larger-than-life characters, the story balances bluff and heart as ships, storms, and scheming shipmates test the old captain’s patience—and his flair for turning problems into victories.

• Meet memorable sailors and managers who blend grit with grand personality.
• Follow audacious plans that turn risky moments into surprising successes.
• Experience sharp banter, practical seamanship, and comic maritime chaos.
• See how loyalty, wit, and leadership shape a storied fleet.

Ideal for readers who enjoy brisk nautical humor, fleet-side adventures, and a larger-than-life captain who keeps the ship—and the story—moving.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484733567
• ISBN 13: 9780484733564
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 462