A Narrative Based on the Log of Alexander Forsyth Smith's Maiden Transatlantic Voyage Adams, Samuel Hopkins 1871-1958 creator Crosby, Raymond Moreau 1876-1945 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Little Miss Grouch" by Samuel Hopkins Adams is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story primarily revolves around a young man referred to as the Tyro, who embarks on his maiden transatlantic voyage aboard the steamship Clan Macgregor. Onboard, he encounters a troubled girl nicknamed "Little Miss Grouch," who is running away from an unwanted engagement and grappling with her own feelings of despair. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the bustling scene of departure from the pier, where the Tyro initially feels a pang of loneliness amidst the farewells from others. He soon meets the girl who captures his attention—a small, forlorn figure battling her emotional turmoil while trying to escape an arranged marriage. Throughout their humorous yet poignant interactions, a bond begins to form as the Tyro offers her gentle support while trying to understand her plight. This dynamic sets the stage for an unfolding journey that not only involves their personal challenges but also hints at broader themes of identity and societal expectations as they navigate life aboard a ship filled with intriguing characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-08-01 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Ocean travel -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22196 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22196 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133518.0 22196