Paid Out is a novel written by J. Percival Bessell and first published in 1919. The story follows the life of a young man named Ralph Hargrave, who is a sailor in the British Navy during World War I. The book chronicles his experiences on board a battleship, as well as his personal life and relationships with the people around him.Throughout the book, Ralph faces numerous challenges and obstacles, both on and off the ship. He must navigate the harsh realities of war, deal with difficult superiors, and confront his own personal demons. Along the way, he also falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who becomes a source of comfort and support for him.As the war progresses, Ralph and his crewmates are sent on a dangerous mission to sink a German battleship. The mission is fraught with peril, and Ralph must use all of his skills and courage to ensure its success.Overall, Paid Out is a gripping tale of adventure, love, and heroism set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or World War I.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.