Wide Courses

"Wide Courses" by James B. Connolly is a story that journeys into the dangerous world of a ship wrecker named Matt, sometime in the beginning years of the 1900's. The story is told through Matt’s eyes as he shares both current events and reflections on his long life. The early parts highlight his trade, talking about the difficulties and successes in saving what he can from destroyed ships. He reminisces about dear memories of his deceased first wife, Sarah, and their two sons. As the story grows, a yacht owner appears, teasing interesting future events and connections in the story. Matt fights against his failing memory and brings to light strong feelings connected to the seas and his personal losses, setting the basis for the developing story.