"The Praying Skipper, and Other Stories" by Ralph Delahaye Paine is a collection focused on Captain Jesse Kendrick, an experienced sea captain navigating the challenging waters of faith and duty aboard the steamer "Suwannee." The stories explore the friction between Kendrick and the ship's young, modern owner, Arthur Valentine, who questions the captain's religious devotion and leadership abilities. As Kendrick grapples with criticisms of his religious practices, he faces potential dismissal, creating tension in the ship and conflicts over authority, tradition, and the place of faith in a changing world.
The Praying Skipper, and Other Stories
By Ralph Delahaye Paine
An old sea captain's unwavering faith clashes with his young boss's modern skepticism, threatening his job and igniting a battle of beliefs on the high seas.
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About the AuthorRalph Delahaye Paine was an American journalist and author popular in the early 20th century. Later, he held both elected and appointed government offices.
Ralph Delahaye Paine was an American journalist and author popular in the early 20th century. Later, he held both elected and appointed government offices.
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