Starboard And Port

Starboard And Port: The Nettie Along Shore is a novel written by George Hughes Hepworth in 1876. The story revolves around the adventures of a young sailor named Tom Truxton, who works on the Nettie, a ship that sails along the New England coast. The book is divided into two parts, Starboard and Port, which refer to the right and left sides of a ship, respectively.In the first part, Starboard, Tom Truxton is introduced as a young sailor who is eager to learn the ropes of sailing. He is taken under the wing of Captain Sam Hardy, who teaches him the skills he needs to become a successful sailor. Along the way, Tom meets a variety of colorful characters, including a sea captain who has fallen on hard times, a wealthy businessman who is trying to buy up all the land along the coast, and a group of fishermen who are struggling to make a living.In the second part, Port, Tom Truxton sets out on his own and becomes the captain of his own ship. He faces a number of challenges, including a dangerous storm that threatens to sink his ship, and a group of pirates who are looking to steal his cargo. Despite these obstacles, Tom manages to succeed and becomes a respected captain in his own right.Overall, Starboard And Port: The Nettie Along Shore is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to anyone who loves tales of the sea. With its vivid descriptions of life on a ship, its colorful characters, and its exciting plot twists, this book is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.