The Cruise of the Jasper B. by Don Marquis
"The Cruise of the Jasper B." by Don Marquis is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story follows Clement J. Cleggett, a drab copyreader at a New York newspaper, whose mundane existence is upended when he unexpectedly inherits a small fortune from his irascible Uncle Tom. The narrative explores themes of adventure, self-discovery, and romance as Cleggett embarks on a journey that transforms him from a dull office worker
into an aspiring seafarer and romantic hero. The opening of the novel introduces Cleggett as a seemingly unremarkable man, living a life of quiet routine until he receives shocking news about his inheritance. This revelation ignites a change in him, prompting him to confront his boss with newfound audacity and reach for a more adventurous life. Shortly after, he begins to fantasize about swashbuckling adventures on the sea, leading him to purchase the rundown ship, the Jasper B. His preparations include gathering a motley crew and dealing with impending threats that hint at danger and intrigue, setting the stage for a captivating adventure on the high seas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marquis, Don, 1878-1937 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Cruise of the Jasper B. |
| Credits | Produced by John Gidusko. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Cruise ships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 716 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 272 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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