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Bartimeus
1886
1967
Ritchie, Lewis Anselm da Costa
Costa Ricci, Lewis Anselm da
Da Costa Ricci, Lewis Anselm
Ricci, Lewis Anselm da Costa
Naval Occasions, and Some Traits of the Sailor-man
"D. S. B." -- Captain's defaulters -- A galley's day -- "Noel!" -- The Argonauts -- A gunroom smoking circle -- The ship-visitors -- The legion on the wall -- A tithe of Admiralty -- The chosen four -- A Committee of Supply -- That which remained -- The tizzy-snatcher -- "C/O G.P.O." -- The "look-see" -- "Watch there, watch!" -- "Farewell and adieu!" -- The seventh day -- The parricide -- The night-watches -- A one-gun salute -- Concerning the sailor-man -- The greater love -- "A picturesque ceremony" -- Why the gunner went ashore.
Produced by Al Haines
"Naval Occasions and Some Traits of the Sailor-man" by Bartimeus is a collection of sketches reflecting on naval life written in the early 20th century. The text explores the experiences of officers and sailors, capturing both the humor and pathos of their lives aboard ships, with a particular focus on the deep-rooted traditions of the Royal Navy. The stories delve into the unique camaraderie and challenges faced by those in the service, framing their adventures against the backdrop of significant naval developments of the time. The opening of the work introduces us to the everyday life of a midshipman, particularly referred to as the "Midshipman of the Second Picket Boat." As he prepares for his early morning duties, we observe his thoughts on the recent changes in naval rations—which serve as a metaphor for the broader transitions within naval culture. Through the lens of a routine mission to secure drifting coal lighters, readers gain insight into the meticulous yet chaotic world of naval responsibilities, where youthful exuberance mingles with the weight of tradition. The scene is vivid, portraying the rhythmic motion of the boat and the camaraderie amongst crew members as they navigate their duties, setting the stage for a narrative rich in the trials and tribulations faced by sailor-men. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Sailors -- Fiction
Sea stories, English
Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Fiction
Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 20th century -- Fiction
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Category: Short Stories
Category: British Literature
Category: History - British
Category: History - Warfare
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