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Title: The Captain of the Kansas
Note: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "The Captain of the Kansas" by Louis Tracy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a perilous sea voyage, led by Captain Courtenay of the ship "Kansas", as it navigates the treacherous waters between South America and London. The tale features the dynamic relationships among passengers, including the bold heiress Isobel Baring and her friend Elsie Maxwell, who find themselves amidst unexpected dangers and romantic entanglements. At the start of the narrative, the passengers aboard the "Kansas" indulge in light conversation and create a cheerful atmosphere as the ship sails through the Pacific. Isobel expresses excitement about the voyage, while Elsie shows concern about potential storms. However, their carefree demeanor quickly shifts as tension builds; a commotion erupts when a Chilean stowaway attempts to attack a crew member, leading to a pistol fired by Captain Courtenay. As the ship faces increasing danger from the elements and the possibility of disaster, characters grapple with fear and uncertainty, showcasing their vulnerabilities and strength in the face of crisis. The opening portion effectively sets the stage for both interpersonal conflicts and the looming threat of nature's fury. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tracy, Louis, 1863-1928
EBook No.: 19649
Published: Oct 28, 2006
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Shipwrecks -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Captain of the Kansas
Note: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "The Captain of the Kansas" by Louis Tracy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a perilous sea voyage, led by Captain Courtenay of the ship "Kansas", as it navigates the treacherous waters between South America and London. The tale features the dynamic relationships among passengers, including the bold heiress Isobel Baring and her friend Elsie Maxwell, who find themselves amidst unexpected dangers and romantic entanglements. At the start of the narrative, the passengers aboard the "Kansas" indulge in light conversation and create a cheerful atmosphere as the ship sails through the Pacific. Isobel expresses excitement about the voyage, while Elsie shows concern about potential storms. However, their carefree demeanor quickly shifts as tension builds; a commotion erupts when a Chilean stowaway attempts to attack a crew member, leading to a pistol fired by Captain Courtenay. As the ship faces increasing danger from the elements and the possibility of disaster, characters grapple with fear and uncertainty, showcasing their vulnerabilities and strength in the face of crisis. The opening portion effectively sets the stage for both interpersonal conflicts and the looming threat of nature's fury. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tracy, Louis, 1863-1928
EBook No.: 19649
Published: Oct 28, 2006
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Shipwrecks -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.