The Cruise of the Snark

Set against the backdrop of a serene swimming pool in Glen Ellen, two friends, Roscoe and the narrator, bond over their shared passion for sailing. Their conversations revolve around the seaworthiness of small boats, inspired by the legendary Captain Slocum's adventurous journey around the world in the Spray. As they jokingly express their desire to embark on a similar voyage in a forty-foot boat, the story captures the spirit of adventure and camaraderie, blurring the lines between playful banter and earnest aspiration.