The Captain’s Wife (1903)

The Captain’s Wife is a novel written by William Clark Russell and published in 1903. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Maud who marries a captain in the British Navy. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and sacrifice as Maud navigates her new life as a captain’s wife.Maud is a spirited and independent woman who falls in love with the charming and dashing Captain Harry Carruthers. Despite the objections of her family, Maud marries Harry and sets sail with him on his ship, the Sea Queen. As they journey across the seas, Maud finds herself struggling to adapt to life as a captain’s wife. She must navigate the social hierarchies of the ship and deal with the challenges of living in close quarters with the crew.As the voyage continues, Maud becomes increasingly aware of the dangers of life at sea. She witnesses firsthand the brutality of the crew and the harsh conditions they face. She also discovers that Harry has a dark secret that threatens to tear their marriage apart.The Captain’s Wife is a gripping tale of love, adventure, and betrayal. Russell’s vivid descriptions of life at sea bring the story to life, and his nuanced portrayal of Maud’s character makes her a compelling and relatable protagonist. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.