The Author has written this story in his own unique way - unique because it is a story about the love and hell raising of the men with courage, who fought against incredible odds and won. These were the men of the Merchant Navy. It is a story of life at sea (which was hell) and, above all, life on shore in every port of call during World War ll. There were tears, laughter and one hell of a lot of loving going on during those dreaded war years. During his years in the Merchant Navy while serving on petrol tankers, the most dangerous ships afloat, the author tells it all - warts and all. After reading this book, the reader may think that the only things the Merchant Seamen did was to get pissed and visit the ladies of the night, but be assured, that their time in port was very short compared to the very long and dangerous days and nights spent on the cruel seas, transporting much needed equipment and petrol for the war effort - which now allows you to read this book in peace and freedom. Let the Good Times Roll !