Captains Courageous

Editions: 18
Duration: 5H 5min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-fiction

In "Captains Courageous," Rudyard Kipling tells the riveting tale of Harvey Cheyne Jr., a spoiled, wealthy boy who is washed overboard from a luxury ocean liner and rescued by fishermen off the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. Under the stern yet compassionate guidance of the schooner's Captain Troop, Harvey undergoes a dramatic transformation. Through hard work and the harsh realities of life at sea, Harvey learns the values of humility, responsibility, and respect for the camaraderie of those who live by the catch. Kipling's novel is a timeless ode to the sea and the making of a man.

Release date

Audiobook: 6 September 2025
Ebook: 15 September 2014