The Captain’s Table — Richard Gordon

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The Captain’s Table by Richard Gordon is a classic comic novel brimming with seafaring chaos, eccentric characters, and sharp British wit. Known for his Doctor series, Gordon turns his pen to the high seas in this tale of unexpected promotion and nautical disaster. When modest cargo ship captain William Ebbs is suddenly assigned command of a luxury passenger liner, he quickly realises that navigating the social dangers of fine dining, demanding passengers, and awkward entanglements is far trickier than steering a ship.

From a mortifying first-night dinner at the captain’s table to the unwelcome surprise of a woman in his cabin, Ebbs finds himself at the mercy of maritime mishaps. Add to that a man overboard, an interfering company shareholder, and a touch of blackmail, and you have the recipe for one of Richard Gordon’s most delightfully farcical adventures.

Perfect for fans of classic British humour and light-hearted fiction, The Captain’s Table offers an uproarious escape into a world of slapstick, maritime mayhem, and social satire.