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A historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds aboard the whale ship Montpelier, where Captain Howard and his niece Alice are about to embark on a whaling voyage. The narrative introduces various characters aboard the ship, including the strong-willed first mate, Mr. Briggs, and the ambitious young harpooner, Harry Marline, who