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Several times we shipped a little water, and my breeches…

“Several times we shipped a little water, and my breeches and the tails of my coat were all soaking wet before we had gone a hundred yards.” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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““Several times we shipped a little water, and my breeches and the tails of my coat were all soaking wet before we had gone a hundred yards.””

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The narrator describes a humorous mishap where water soaked his clothing early in a journey.

In simple terms: Early travel mishap with water soaking clothes.

Key Takeaway

Expect the unexpected on adventures.

Themes

humor adventure misfortune

Mood

lighthearted amusing

Type

narrative historical

When to use this quote

  • exploration
  • outdoor activities
  • historical voyages

Key Concepts

travel anecdotes human error

Questions to Reflect On

  • What precautions could prevent such mishaps?
  • How does humor help cope with discomfort?
A Different Perspective

The story downplays the seriousness of being unprepared for weather.

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