Captain Scraggs; Or, The Green-Pea Pirates: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Captain Scraggs; Or, The Green-Pea Pirates: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Captain Scraggs; Or, The Green-Pea Pirates is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard) (1880–1957).
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"Captain Scraggs; Or, The Green-Pea Pirates" by Peter B. Kyne is a humorous novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Captain Phineas P. Scraggs, an ornery and cunning owner of a dilapidated steamer named the "Maggie", and his interactions with his first mate, Mr. Gibney, and chief engineer, Mr. McGuffey. The novel sets the stage for a mix of maritime misadventures, quirky character dynamics, and comedic misunderstandings amidst the backdrop of the San Francisco waterfront. At the start of the narrative, the tension between Captain Scraggs and Mr. Gibney is established as they navigate a thick tule fog. Their bickering reflects both the high stakes of operating the "Maggie" and Scraggs's clumsy leadership as he frequently attempts to assert authority, only to be countered by Gibney’s confident defiance. The reader is introduced to the flawed yet endearing crew dynamic, as they rely on each other despite their quarrels. Scraggs's paranoia about losing his ship and fortune adds to the comedic elements, and the chaotic banter hints at the quirky escapades to come as the crew navigates both literal and metaphorical fogs on their journey.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Captain Scraggs; Or, The Green-Pea Pirates
- Author credits: Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard) (1880–1957)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Pirates -- Fiction
- Sea stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Pirates, Buccaneers, Corsairs, etc.
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