"Where Angels Fear to Tread" and Other Stories of the Sea

"Where Angels Fear to Tread" and Other Stories of the Sea by Morgan Robertson is a compilation of seafaring short stories from the late 1800s, chronicling the lives of mariners, their struggles, and the distinct individuals encountered on the ocean. Each story invites readers into a realm filled with daring escapades, clashes, and maritime friendship, showcasing both enchanting views and the hazards inherent in seafaring life. The title story commences with the setting, the "Almena," as it readies for its journey. The narrative exposes the reader to a shipmaster enlisting a strange group of "townies" who wrongly believe they are embarking on a more lucrative trip than what awaits them. As stress grows and misunderstandings develop, the reader witnesses the events that followed as the sailors, being mostly inexperienced and unprepared for the brutal realities of seafaring, collide violently with the ship's mates.