Captain Pott's Minister by Francis L. Cooper
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About this eBook
| Author | Cooper, Francis L. (Francis Le Roy) |
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| Illustrator | Goss, John, 1886-1963 |
| LoC No. | 22017453 |
| Title | Captain Pott's Minister |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Captain Pott's Minister" by Francis L. Cooper is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Captain Josiah Pott, a rugged old seaman, and his interactions with Mack McGowan, the new minister assigned to live in Pott's home. As the narrative unfolds, we witness the humorous and often tumultuous dynamics between them, punctuated by the interference of local townspeople and the minister’s attempts to establish himself in the community while confronting various challenges. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Captain Pott, who is taken aback when a large group of villagers arrives to clean up his home in preparation for the new minister. This invasion disrupts his routine and prompts a series of humorous events, particularly as Pott interacts with the pretty and spirited Elizabeth Fox, the elder's daughter, who has a fondness for him. The scene is set for a clash of personalities and perspectives, especially with the entrance of Mack McGowan, the minister who is far from the conventional stereotype. As the opening progresses, themes of camaraderie, conflict, and the complexity of human relationships begin to emerge, hinting at the deeper narrative that will explore the bonds formed in this small community. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30713 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 75 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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