Catty Atkins, Sailorman

"Catty Atkins, Sailorman" by Clarence Budington Kelland is a captivating tale about two young boys whose summer vacation turns into an unforgettable adventure. Invited on a cruise by a mysterious businessman named Mr. Browning aboard the yacht Albatross, Catty Atkins and his friend soon find themselves entangled in a world of suspected pirates and rumors of buried treasure. As they set sail, they encounter colorful characters like the feuding Naboth and the eccentric cook, Rameses III, while also noticing a menacing yacht called the Porpoise following their every move, leading to suspicion and fear. The boys playfully stumble upon information about a treasure map that they inadvertently delivered to the crew of the Porpoise, finding themselves at the heart of a suspenseful and comical pursuit.

Clarence Budington "Bud" Kelland was an American writer. Prolific and versatile, he was a prominent literary figure in his heyday, and he described himself as "the best second-rate writer in America".