Who is Ethel Shatford and what is her role in the perfect storm?

Ethel Shatford is a fictional character from the book "The Perfect Storm" by Sebastian Junger. In the narrative, she serves as the mother of one of the fishermen, providing a personal perspective on the human impact of the storm and the dangers faced by those at sea. Her character helps to illustrate the emotional stakes involved in the lives of the fishermen and their families amidst the perilous conditions of the storm.