The Skipper Of The Cynthia B. (1921)
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ISBN10: 1165601265
ISBN13: 9781165601264
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165601264
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Skipper of the Cynthia B. is a novel written by Charles Pendexter Durell and originally published in 1921. The story follows the adventures of Captain Job Harvey, the skipper of the schooner Cynthia B., as he navigates the treacherous waters of the North Atlantic. Harvey is a seasoned sailor who has spent his life at sea, and he is known for his courage, determination, and unwavering loyalty to his crew. The novel begins with Harvey and his crew setting sail from Boston on a mission to transport a cargo of coal to a remote fishing village in Newfoundland. Along the way, they encounter a series of challenges, including storms, icebergs, and hostile locals. Harvey must use all of his skills and experience to overcome these obstacles and deliver the cargo safely to its destination. As the story unfolds, we learn more about Harvey's past and the events that have shaped his character. We also meet a colorful cast of characters, including his crew, the villagers of Newfoundland, and a rival captain who will stop at nothing to sabotage Harvey's mission. Overall, The Skipper of the Cynthia B. is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of life at sea in the early 20th century. It is a classic tale of courage, perseverance, and the bonds of loyalty that develop between sailors who face danger together.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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