A Sea Comedy

A Sea Comedy

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Publisher's Synopsis

""A Sea Comedy"" is a humorous novel written by Morley Roberts that revolves around the misadventures of Captain John Walcott and his crew aboard the sailing ship ""The Lady Emma."" The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the ship's journey from England to the West Indies, where they encounter a series of comical and absurd situations.Captain Walcott is a proud and stubborn man who believes that he is the best sailor in the world. However, his arrogance is constantly challenged by his crew, who often find themselves in trouble due to his reckless decisions. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, including a group of eccentric passengers, a mysterious stowaway, and a beautiful but dangerous woman.As they navigate the treacherous waters of the Atlantic, the crew faces numerous challenges, including storms, mutiny, and even a run-in with a notorious pirate. Despite the dangers, the crew manages to keep their sense of humor and camaraderie intact, making for a lighthearted and entertaining read.Overall, ""A Sea Comedy"" is a witty and engaging novel that captures the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that has long been associated with life at sea. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys classic adventure stories and tales of high-seas hijinks.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163593981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 166
Weight: 231g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 9mm