A Port Said miscellany

"A Port Said Miscellany" by William McFee is a story set on the open waters, focusing on a ship transporting soldiers. It's like taking a peek into their world, witnessing their daily lives and how they support each other as they sail the Mediterranean. The story shows us a broad view of the trip to Port Said and the soldiers getting ready to leave the ship and begin their journey on land. McFee introduces us to all kinds of characters, both experienced leaders and less trained persons, letting us see their different backgrounds. This book reflects on being at war and all the experiences that come with life at sea, contrasting the idea of an adventure to a more serious idea of their final stop. The author shows the reader what it was like both on the boat and after with strong character descriptions.