Capt'n Davy's Honeymoon by Sir Hall Caine
QR code
"Capt'n Davy's Honeymoon" by Hall Caine is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Capt'n Davy Quiggin and his wife, Ellen Kinvig, exploring themes of love, misunderstanding, and social class. Following their quick marriage, the newlyweds find themselves in a tumultuous relationship, plagued by accusations and societal expectations that lead them to separate during their honeymoon. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to Capt'n Davy
and Ellen, vividly depicting their fiercely emotional exchange that reveals the tensions in their marriage. Capt'n Davy, a rugged Manx sea-dog, grapples with the pressure of wealth and identity upon returning after years at sea, while Ellen, his wife, struggles with feelings of inadequacy and societal expectations. As they quarrel about their respective roles and perceptions, the narrative sets the stage for both characters' journeys of self-discovery amidst the influences of education, money, and pride. Their separation shortly after marriage hints at the deeper issues that will unfold throughout the story, inviting readers into a poignant exploration of love and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Caine, Hall, Sir, 1853-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | Capt'n Davy's Honeymoon |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 91.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Isle of Man -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25572 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25572-9 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 527 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!