Category: Short Stories

Admiral Peters Odd Craft, Part 14.

Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943; Owen, Will, 1869-1957 [Illustrator]· 2 chapters· 4,302 words

Mr. George Burton, naval pensioner, sat at the door of his lodgings gazing in placid content at the sea. It was early summer, and the air was heavy with the scent of flowers; Mr. Burton's pipe was cold and empty, and his pouch upstairs. He shook his head gently as he realised...

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1. Chapter 1

Mr. George Burton, naval pensioner, sat at the door of his lodgings gazing in placid content at the sea. It was early summer, and the air was heavy with the scent of flowers; Mr...

2. Chapter 2

"No; but I feel like one," said Mr. Stiles, slapping his pocket. "I've always felt curious to see what it feels like travelling first-class; besides, you can tell Mrs. Dutton."