Title: Captains courageous
Author: Rudyard Kipling
ISBN: 9780192829290
Location: 1C
Keywords: adventure, coming-of-age, fishing, self-discovery, North Atlantic, maturity, maritime life, resilience, 19th-century literature, survival, class differences, teamwork, mentorship, transformation, courage, discipline
Synopsis: Captains Courageous follows the journey of Harvey Cheyne, a wealthy and spoiled teenage boy, who is swept overboard from an ocean liner and rescued by a fishing schooner off the coast of Newfoundland. At first arrogant and entitled, Harvey is forced to adapt to the harsh realities of life at sea under the mentorship of the crew, especially the wise and strong Captain Disko Troop. As he learns the value of hard work, discipline, and teamwork, Harvey undergoes a profound transformation, discovering resilience, courage, and humility.
Set against the backdrop of the North Atlantic’s dangerous fishing industry, Kipling’s novel offers a vivid portrayal of maritime life and the bonds formed in extreme circumstances. Captains Courageous explores themes of character growth, the impact of environment on personal identity, and the power of mentorship, capturing the essence of a classic adventure and coming-of-age story.
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