Set in the early years of the 20th century, this novel tells the story of Richard Cable, a young man who joins the crew of a lightship off the coast of England. As he gets to know his fellow crew members and learns the ropes of life on the ship, Richard also falls in love with a young woman who lives nearby. But when a severe storm hits and a ship is in danger of being wrecked on the rocks, Richard must put his skills to the test to save the lives of those on board. This gripping tale is a classic of maritime fiction.

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