Sea urchins by W. W. Jacobs
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"Sea Urchins" by W. W. Jacobs is a work of fiction written during the late 19th century. The book appears to be a collection of short stories, with characters who navigate various humorous and adventurous scenarios at sea, including pirates and sailors. The opening suggests a focus on youthful imagination and the contrast between fantasy and reality, particularly through the character of Ralph, an ambitious young boy who aspires to be a
pirate amidst a crew that might not take him seriously. The beginning of "Sea Urchins" introduces Ralph, a 14-year-old boy embarking on his first sea voyage with a crew that includes a mix of rough sailors. He is keen to prove himself as a pirate, despite being surrounded by grumpy and mischievous crew members who tease him for his aspirations. As he navigates through misunderstandings and the challenges of ship life, Ralph's interactions with the crew offer a humorous glimpse into the nature of youthful ambition clashing with the more cynical realities of adulthood. The story sets the tone for a comedic adventure filled with character-driven antics, suggesting that readers can expect a blend of lightheartedness and wit in the upcoming narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sea urchins |
| Contents | Smoked skipper -- A safety match -- A rash experiment -- The cabin passenger -- "Choice spirits" -- A disciplinarian -- Brother Hutchins -- The disbursement sheet -- Rule of three -- Pickled herring -- Two of a trade -- An intervention -- The grey parrot -- Money-changers -- The lost ship. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Subject | Sailors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Seafaring life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21931 |
| Release Date | Jun 25, 2007 |
| Last Update | May 26, 2026 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 7439 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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