The Cruise Of The Dry Dock (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419158292)

The Cruise of the Dry Dock is a novel written by T. S. Stribling. The story revolves around a group of men who embark on a journey on a dry dock, which is a massive floating vessel used for repairing ships. The protagonist, Captain Kidd, is tasked with leading the crew on a dangerous mission to tow a stranded oil tanker to safety. As they set sail, the crew faces a number of challenges, including rough seas, mechanical failures, and interpersonal conflicts. Along the way, they encounter a diverse cast of characters, including a stowaway and a group of pirates. The novel explores themes of bravery, teamwork, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the dynamics of power and authority on a ship. Overall, The Cruise of the Dry Dock is a thrilling adventure story that offers a unique glimpse into the world of maritime engineering and the challenges faced by those who work on the high seas.In the ghostly light the foundering vessel gave a strange impression of clinging desperately to her life. She seemed striving to remain upright. Her hissing and sucking might have been a living gasp for breath. Very slowly she rolled over, and came the noise of many waters cascading down over her upflung keel. Her masts crashed, yards broke, rigging popped in the wildest confusion as they dashed into the sea. Great phosphorescent waves dashed through the prone rigging and over the hull in liquid fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: T. S. Stribling
ISBN-10: 1419158295
ISBN-13: 9781419158292
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.60w x 0.43d