
A bright summer day at the sleepy seaside resort of Seawall sets the stage for a lively romp on the water. When a curious trio of boys—Frank and his friends—burst into the calm of a anchored sloop, they awaken the grizzled Captain Silas from a lazy siesta, turning a simple splash into a comedy of errors. Their playful antics, filled with snatches of banter and splashing mischief, quickly reveal a community of characters who trade stories, jokes, and a bit of daring for the promise of a breezy sail.
The captain, ever the opportunist, offers the youngsters a modest “social pirating” service, ferrying city visitors out for short voyages. As the wind begins to stir, the group teeters between idle chatter and the sudden urge to set sail before sunset, hinting at the small‑scale adventures and light‑hearted challenges that await them. Listeners will be drawn into this charming slice of coastal life, where humor and camaraderie set the course for the days ahead.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (318K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Michaela Chovitkova and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2015-05-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1859–1925
Best known for the lively Frank Armstrong books, this early 20th-century writer built fast-moving stories around school life, sports, and friendship. His novels have an easy, energetic style that still feels welcoming to younger readers and nostalgic adults alike.
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