A Short Cruise (1896)

A Short Cruise is a novel written by James Otis and first published in 1896. The story follows the adventures of a group of young people who embark on a short cruise along the coast of Maine. The main character, Jack Harvey, is a teenager who is eager to prove himself to his older companions. Along the way, the group encounters a series of challenges and obstacles, including a storm, a shipwreck, and a dangerous encounter with smugglers. As they navigate these challenges, the characters learn valuable lessons about courage, teamwork, and perseverance. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the Maine coast and its engaging portrayal of young people coming of age. It is a classic example of the adventure genre and remains a popular read for both young and old readers alike.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.