
Set in a breezy New England port, the story follows the larger‑than‑life Captain Eri, a sailor whose quick wit and tangled habits keep the town buzzing. He spends his mornings patching up mismatched boots while trading barbed jokes with his friend Captain Perez, and his evenings are filled with the clatter of pipes and the occasional stray cat. Through Eri’s eyes the ordinary chores of dock life become a stage for comic misadventure, where a single lost boot can spark a whole cascade of absurd solutions.
Around him gathers a colorful crew—Jerry, the forgetful yet good‑natured mate, and a host of locals whose lives intersect in the harbor’s diner, the schoolhouse bell, and even the arriving train. Their interactions blend simple chores with larger concerns, hinting at a looming crisis that will test loyalty and resourcefulness. The narrative balances lighthearted dialogue with a gently rising sense of responsibility, promising both laughter and heartfelt moments as the captains navigate friendship, duty, and the occasional mystery.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (445K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Release date
2006-05-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1870–1944
Best known for warm, witty stories set around Cape Cod, this prolific American writer created a world of village life, local characters, and quiet humor that kept readers coming back for decades.
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