The skipper's wooing, and The brown man's servant

** "The Skipper’s Wooing; and, The Brown Man’s Servant" by W. W. Jacobs is a set of funny stories that take place in the world of sailors and ships. The stories zoom in on Captain Wilson's funny love problems and adventures while working on the Seamew ship. The first tale shares the Seamew crew getting ready for a trip with a bunch of cement while hinting that the captain is in love. The crew's friendly jokes and loyalty towards the captain help to make the story charming, and the reader will like the detailed view of life at sea. These stories mix ships with interesting people, giving a funny look at the ups and downs of life on the water. **