Captain Chap by Frank R. Stockton
The narrative follows a group of boys, particularly focusing on Chap Webster, who dreams of becoming a tug-boat captain. With their school temporarily closed due to their teacher's illness, the boys enjoy an extended vacation. Chap, excited about a trip on a tug-boat, invites his friends Philip and Phineas to join him on an adventure to tow a broken steamer. While Philip's uncle supports the plan, Phineas faces resistance from his father, who expects him to help on the family farm. After some negotiation, Phineas is allowed to go, and the boys prepare for their journey. They embark on the tug-boat, experiencing the thrill of the river and bay. Upon reaching their destination, they learn the steamer isn't ready to be towed yet. However, the captain spots a distressed schooner at sea and decides to offer assistance. The boys eagerly opt to accompany him, excited by the prospect of a rougher sea experience. The story captures themes of adventure, friendship, and the allure of maritime life, as the boys navigate their youthful ambitions and the challenges of their excursion.
By Frank R. Stockton · First published 1895 · Genre: Adventure, Humor, Fantasy · 33 chapters · 75,210 words
First lines
It was the month of October, and yet for the boys who belonged to the school of Mr. Wallace, in Boontown, the summer vacation was not yet over. Mr. Wallace had been taken sick, and although he was now recovering, it was not expected that he would be able to resume the labors of his school until about the middle of November.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank R. Stockton
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Humor, Fantasy, Romance, Historical Fiction
- Length: 75,210 words
- Structure: 33 chapters, 1,660 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot revolves around exciting and risky undertakings.
- Humor — The writing style includes witty and amusing elements.
- Fantasy — The story contains fantastical elements and imaginative settings.
- Romance — There are romantic subplots and themes.
Tags
adventure · fantasy · humor · satire · nautical · pirates · imagination · friendship · courage · mystery · exploration · whimsy
Contents
- "the Best Thing you Ever Heard of."
- A Sea Voyage
- "a Continent before Us."
- With Hook and Line
- Chap's Alligator
- The Rolling Stone
- The Two Orphans
- "Captain of himself."
- Friends and Enemies
- Phil's Uncle and Chap's Sister
- Two Expeditions
- Chap Leads the Indians
- Adam Leads his Party
- Chap's Ambassador
- The Forces Meet
- Mary Brown Sends a Message
- The Channel-Bass
- Chap Boards the Maggie
- Waiting for a Visitor
- The Visitor Arrives
- The Metropolis of the Indian River
- The Colonel
- A New Expedition Planned
- Coot Brewer Takes the Helm
- Among the Alligators
- The Maggie Comes to Town
- The Race through the Woods
- A Plot against Chap
- How Adam was Bagged
- The Countess
- A Point of Honor
- Chap is down Upon Aristocracy
- Which Finishes the Story