The Captain and The Serpent, Part 1
The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong
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Captain George Streaver's Inventions, Channel Crossings, and Encounter with a Sea Serpent
This chapter explores the life and inventions of Captain George Streaver, including his hand-powered pedal boat and his ambition to cross the English Channel. It mentions his unfortunate demise and encounters with government officials and a sea serpent.
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