She Blows! And Sparm at That!

"She Blows! And Sparm at That!" by William John Hopkins is a story that looks back on the younger years of Tim Taycox in New Bedford during the whaling days, sharing both the hopes and hard truths of that time as he wishes to work on a whaling ship. It's a story about growing up that looks at adventure, family, and how time can be both good and bad. We first meet Tim as he remembers his childhood in a busy whaling town, talking about his family, school, and how much he loved the docks and ships. With strong images and details about life by the water, Tim shows his strong wish to be part of whaling, preparing us for the adventures ahead as he thinks about his future and the sea calling to him. The story uses lots of details to paint a picture of the whaling world, focusing on what Tim feels for his family and his dreams of adventure.