The Young Wireless Operator—Afloat Or, How Roy Mercer Won His Spurs in the Merchant Marine

"The Young Wireless Operator—Afloat" by Lewis E. Theiss is a coming-of-age tale set on the steamship Lycoming after the World War, focusing on a young wireless operator named Roy Mercer. The story chronicles Roy's first voyage and his struggles to prove himself despite the doubts of Captain Lansford, while also depicting the exciting, and potentially dangerous, nature of merchant marine life. As Roy deals with the hurdles in from of him, he shows perserverance and enthusiasm. As he left bustling city life, he embraced new personal and professional challenges.