The Skipper and the Eagle
The Skipper and the Eagle

Author: Gordon McGowan

Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Company

Published: 1960

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13:

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How a U.S. Coast Guard officer sailed a German prize of war, a three masted bark, across the Atlantic through trade winds and a hurricane.

The Complete Day Skipper
The Complete Day Skipper

Author: Tom Cunliffe

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 0713660740

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A practical hands-on manual for skippers at the outset of their careers from Tom Cunliffe, one of Britain's best known instructors and most successful writers on seamanship. It covers the entire RYA Day Skipper syllabus both shore based and practical.

Gilligan's Wake
Gilligan's Wake

Author: Tom Carson

Publisher: Picador

Published: 2007-04-01

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 1429971703

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A kaleidoscopic novel about our last American century A skipper plies the waters of the South Pacific, running ammunition and passing the time with navy buddies McHale and Jack Kennedy, remembering the sweet caress of Screw-Me Susie. A New York millionaire reunites with his prep school classmate Alger Hiss, and journeys to an unusual downtown cafe to meet a bearded friend. A young woman and her confidante Daisy Buchanan sink into the languor of the Hamptons and Provincetown. A buxom redhead from Alabam-don't-give-a-damn travels to Hollywood, in search of fame and fortune. A charismatic professor assists Robert Oppenheimer with his desert calculations and is henceforth the author of every American political conspiracy. And Mary-Ann Kilroy leaves Russell, Kansas, for Paris and love, only to discover that you can never go home (nor leave the island). But beneath these stories is the story of their author, an institutionalized shadow man who has twisted the histories of six characters into a pastiche of American history.

The Skipper's Child
The Skipper's Child

Author: Valerie Poore

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2016-04-04

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1326792121

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This is a story of love and family loyalty set in the Cold War tensions of 1962. Arie Kornet is a skipper's son and is home on board his father's barge from his boarding school. It is the Christmas holidays and he is already bored, but life is about to take some unnerving twists for Arie when he finds a Russian stowaway hiding his cabin. Suddenly he and his family become involved on a cat and mouse adventure with some very dubious people and Arie's family have to draw on their strength and unity to overcome some very real threats.

Skipper Stories
Skipper Stories

Author: David John Marley

Publisher:

Published: 2022-07-22

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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In this unique oral history of Disneyland's iconic attraction, the World Famous Jungle Cruise, dozens of skippers, from the 1950's to the present, share harrowing, humorous, sometimes even horrific tales of their pun-fraught voyages and their behind-the-scenes hellraising. They Jungle Cruise is that most unusual of Disney attractions where the ride itself is secondary to the cast member. Once the boat leaves the dock, Disney no longer controls the experience; your skipper does. Former skipper and now history professor David John Marley presents the uncensored stories of six decoades of Jungle Cruise skippers. Their never before spieled tales include: Skipper Selection, skipper training, how the ride works, and no holds barred confessions of what life is like in the jungle Celebrity guests; the good, the bad, and the entitled, and one very public embarrassment, skipper style The rite of passage for new Jungle Cruise skippers; peeing in the river Drunken orgies, stand-u comedy, and a heist that led to one skipper's permanent expulsion from Disneyland Pranks and more pranks, from the comic to the cruel. with dickish skippers and unruly guests learning the law of the jungle. WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE...

The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant
The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant

Author: W. W. Jacobs

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant', W. W. Jacobs showcases his mastery of the short story form with two captivating tales exploring themes of love, class, and society. Set in the late 19th century England, Jacobs' stories provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. With his concise and witty prose, Jacobs immerses the reader into the world of the working class, portraying their struggles and triumphs with depth and sensitivity. The narratives are rich in detail and offer a nuanced commentary on the social dynamics of the time. W. W. Jacobs, a prolific English writer known for his dark humor and keen insight into human nature, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a maritime community. His background lends authenticity and depth to his depictions of characters and settings in 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant'. Jacobs' ability to capture the essence of everyday life with poignancy and humor sets him apart as a storyteller of great talent. I highly recommend 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant' to readers seeking thought-provoking insights into the human condition, as well as fans of classic English literature. Jacobs' skillful storytelling and keen observations make this collection a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of society and relationships in a bygone era.