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Captain Morgan claims to be the proud captain of the steamship Trypheana, but behind this facade are a swelling tide of regrets and doubts, a tide so tall and dangerous it could mean doom for the fledgling vessel. A poignant and allegorical narrative exploring humanity’s relationship with new technology, both in the Industrial Revolution and our own world.

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Luke Cournane
Luke Cournane is a second-year student undertaking a Bachelor of Arts and Advanced Studies (Media and Communications), majoring in Marketing at the University of Sydney. He is passionate about creative writing and storytelling as a whole and aspires to one day create or contribute to a significant narrative work.

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