Bob, the cabin-boy

After losing both his father and his hardworking mother, young Bob is left without a home or anyone able to care for him. Guided by his mother’s final advice to be kind and helpful, he takes a position as a cabin-boy aboard a ship, even though the rough sailors and harsh conditions make life difficult.

Bob’s gentle nature soon wins the sailors’ goodwill, but the ship’s proud captain remains cold and unpleasant. When illness leaves the captain alone and neglected, Bob feels pity rather than resentment and bravely tries to help him. This heartwarming tale follows a faithful young boy as he faces loneliness, hardship, and life at sea while holding firmly to compassion, courage, and trust in God. It is a simple, moving story for listeners who enjoy moral tales, childhood adventures, and characters whose kindness begins to change the people around them.