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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.
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About the Author
A native of San Francisco, Peter B. Kyne was a prolific screenwriter and the author of the 1920 bestseller "Kindred of the Dust". His stories of Cappy Ricks and the Rick's Logging & Lumbering Company were serialized in "The Saturday Evening ""Post" and William Randolph Hearst's "Cosmopolitan" magazine. He died in 1957.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. In this captivating maritime tale, we follow the treacherous journey of the Narcissus, a ship caught amidst the turmoil of World War I. The novel explores the complexities of loyalty, national identity, and the fragility of alliances. As Captain Mike Murphy and Chief Engineer Terence Reardon find themselves at odds, their rivalry threatens to jeopardize the ship's fate. Amidst suspicion and sabotage, the crew must navigate treacherous waters, torn between allegiances and the desperate fight for survival. The author delves deep into the human psyche, exposing the raw emotions and inner conflicts that arise during times of war. This intricate and immersive novel sheds light on the complexities of patriotism, duty, and the indomitable spirit of those who sail the seas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331555858_0
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