Hunting the Skipper: The Cruise of the "Seafowl" Sloop: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Hunting the Skipper: The Cruise of the "Seafowl" Sloop is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909).
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"Hunting the Skipper: The Cruise of the 'Seafowl' Sloop" by George Manville Fenn is a novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows two young midshipmen, Frank Murray and Richard (Dicky) Roberts, aboard the Royal Navy sloop "Seafowl" as they confront the dangers of the slave trade on the West African coast. They grapple with the oppressive heat, witty banter, and their ambitions to capture a slaver ship while navigating complex waters and shifting loyalties. The opening of the book introduces a light-hearted exchange between the two midshipmen as they brace for another dull day of patrolling in the scorching heat, filled with a sense of competition over their shared duties. As they discuss the elusive slave traders, the narrative hints at the tension and urgency of their mission. Soon a development occurs when they see a vessel in the distance, raising their hopes for an encounter. However, their initial optimism gives way to skepticism and suspicion towards their seemingly helpful guide, the American planter. As the narrative unfolds, they push deeper into the foggy waters, setting the stage for unexpected challenges ahead, while introducing key themes of trust, adventure, and moral dilemmas in the context of a perilous colonial environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Hunting the Skipper: The Cruise of the "Seafowl" Sloop
- Author credits: Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
- Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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