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100	1		_aJacobs, W. W. _q(William Wymark), _d1863-1943
245	1	0	_aCaptains All : _bCaptains All, Part 1.
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-02-01
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"Captains All" by W.W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written during the early 20th century. The book revolves around the lives and adventures of sailors, illustrating the themes of camaraderie, love, and the absurdities of life at sea and ashore. It captures the essence of the sailor's experience, delving into their struggles and quirks with a comedic flair. The story primarily focuses on Sam Small, a seasoned sailor who begins to court a widow named Mrs. Finch. His friends, Ginger Dick and Peter Russet, also compete for her affection, leading to a series of humorous encounters as they each attempt to impress her. The narrative highlights Sam's comical attempts to maintain his image as a captain despite questionable truths about his past. As the competition intensifies, revelations about Mrs. Finch's nine children come to light, leading Sam to reconsider his romantic pursuits and ultimately decide to return to sea, reflecting the theme of escapism prevalent in sailor life. The light-hearted language and lively dialogue contribute to the book's charm and comedic undertone. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aHumorous stories, English
653			_aEngland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
653			_aRiver life -- Fiction
700	1		_aOwen, Will, _d1869-1957
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11181
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