Six Days on the Hurricane Deck of a Mule

A spirited young American sets out for the jungles of Honduras, determined to trade the comforts of her boarding‑school life for an adventure on distant soil. The narrative follows her trek from the bustling decks of a New York steamer to the rugged mountain paths, where she must master a reluctant mule as her guide. Along the way she recounts the skeptical warnings of friends, the vivid chaos of tropical ports, and the stark contrast between civilized travel and the raw, humid world she encounters.

Arriving on the rugged island of Amapala, she confronts a landscape of mud‑brick cabins, scorching heat, and a bustling market of curious locals. Her first attempts to mount the “hurricane deck” of a mule become a comic yet revealing struggle, exposing both her own stubborn pride and the everyday realities of life far from home. Through witty observations and candid reflections, the memoir captures the clash of cultures, the humor of misadventure, and the quiet courage required to step beyond familiar horizons.