The Praying Skipper, and Other Stories by Ralph Delahaye Paine

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Author Paine, Ralph Delahaye, 1871-1925
Illustrator Aylward, W. J. (William James), 1875-1956
Illustrator Clark, Walter Appleton, 1876-1906
Illustrator Leyendecker, J. C. (Joseph Christian), 1874-1951
LoC No. 06011303
Title The Praying Skipper, and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The praying skipper -- A victory unforeseen -- Corporal Sweeney, deserter -- The last pilot schooner -- The jade teapot -- Captain Arendt's choice -- Surfman Brainard's "day off".
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Summary "The Praying Skipper and Other Stories" by Ralph Delahaye Paine is a collection of short stories likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative prominently features Captain Jesse Kendrick, the old sea captain of the steamer "Suwannee", who faces challenges due to his religious fervor and is judged by others, notably the young owner Arthur Valentine, who is skeptical of his authority. The stories intertwine themes of faith, authority, and the evolving dynamics of the maritime world. The opening of "The Praying Skipper" introduces Captain Kendrick, who is revealed to be caught in conflict with the new owner of the "Suwannee", Arthur Valentine. Valentine has received complaints about Kendrick's religious practices aboard the ship, prompting him to question the captain's fitness for command. As Kendrick reads a letter filled with criticism, he wrestles with his faith and the potential loss of his position, intensifying the atmosphere of tension. The story sets up themes of respect for authority, the clash between new and old values, and the scrutiny placed on those who hold steadfast beliefs in the face of modern skepticism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories, American
Subject American fiction -- 20th century
Subject Seafaring life -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 58817
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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