Pig-Headed" Sailor Men: From "The Strange Adventure of James Shervinton, and Other Stories" - 1902
Pig-Headed" Sailor Men: From "The Strange Adventure of James Shervinton, and Other Stories" - 1902
Adventure, Short Stories, Travel Writing
'Pig-Headed' Sailor Men, published in 1902 by Louis Becke, is a collection of maritime short stories that humorously depict the stubbornness and incompetence of ship captains in the South Sea trade. Drawing from Becke's personal experiences, the narratives illustrate the consequences of pride and obstinacy among sailors, featuring colorful characters such as the reckless Captain Evers and the blundering captain of the brigantine 'Tuitoga'. This work provides a unique insight into early 20th-century maritime life, blending humor with the unpredictability of the sea.
