The nigger of the Narcissus

Set primarily aboard the merchant ship Narcissus the story revolves around a voyage from Bombay to London. The narrative unfolds as the crew navigates through treacherous seas and adverse weather conditions. Central to the plot is the character of James Wait a West Indian sailor who is stricken with a mysterious illness and becomes the focal point of attention and conflict among the crew. Throughout the journey the crew members grapple with their own fears prejudices and moral dilemmas as they confront the challenges posed by Wait's deteriorating health. The novella explores themes of isolation identity solidarity and the complexities of human nature under duress.