The S.S. Glory

"The S.S. Glory" by Frederick Niven is a historical fiction that transports readers to the gritty world of cattlemen aboard a transatlantic ocean liner in the early 1900s. It follows the lives and experiences of a group of cattlemen, from weathered veterans to eager newcomers like the lean, bookish Scholar, as they navigate the challenges and build camaraderie on the ship. From the dusty wharves of Montreal, where men known as the "Push" jostle for work, to the vast expanse of the Atlantic, the story unfolds revealing the rugged realities and negotiations these men face in their pursuit of employment and survival at sea. The narrative captures a sense of adventure mixed with the hardships of life at sea, painting a portrait of a bygone era.