The Widow's Cruise is a short story written by Frank R. Stockton in 1893. It tells the tale of a widow who takes a cruise on a ship and meets an interesting man named Mr. Roland. The two become friends, but their relationship is complicated when it becomes clear that they have different views on life and love. In the end, the widow decides to continue her journey alone, but not before learning some valuable lessons about herself and others.
By Frank R. Stockton · First published 1893 · Genre: Fiction, Humor, Adventure