Publisher's Synopsis
The Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine is a novel written by Frank R. Stockton in 1898. The story is about two middle-aged women, Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine, who are on a journey to visit their friend in the town of Crampton. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when their ship is wrecked off the coast of Maine. The two women, along with a young man named Mr. Craig, are the only survivors and are forced to make their way to the nearby town of Port Argent.The book follows the trio's adventures as they try to adapt to their new surroundings and find a way to return home. Along the way, they encounter a cast of quirky characters, including a young couple, a wealthy eccentric, and a group of fishermen. The story is filled with humor, adventure, and heartwarming moments as the characters learn to rely on each other and overcome the challenges they face.The Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine is a charming and entertaining novel that captures the spirit of adventure and camaraderie. It is a classic example of American humor and storytelling and has been enjoyed by readers for over a century.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.
