Duty, ambition, and the sea collide in a gripping collection of nautical tales. This book stitches together vivid scenes from lighthouse service, merchant ships, and the shadowy world of maritime investigation. Across diverse shores and stormy waters, characters face hard choices, fierce loyalty, and the costs of honor at sea.
- Follow masterful captains, cunning mates, and dedicated crews as they navigate peril, rules, and pride.
- Explore the life of lighthouse keepers and the tensions of national service in a changing era.
- Meet a sharp Lloyd’s investigator unraveling a long‑lost maritime mystery with a chorus of sea‑faring voices.
- Experience dramatic moments on storm‑tossed decks, in busy ports, and in quiet, hard‑won acts of courage.
Ideal for readers who love nautical fiction with atmosphere, character, and a steady drumbeat of adventure.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. In this book, the author takes us on a journey across the latitudes, exploring the lives and experiences of lighthouse keepers and engineers tasked with maintaining the beacons that guide ships through perilous waters and stormy seas. The narrative delves into the history, traditions, and challenges faced by these dedicated individuals as they safeguard maritime travel. Throughout the book, the author delves into the broader social and historical context of the lighthouse service, highlighting the technological advancements, changing societal attitudes, and the enduring importance of these maritime guardians. By weaving together personal stories, technical details, and historical insights, this book illuminates the vital role of lighthouses and the people who keep them shining, underscoring the significance of these beacons in shaping the course of maritime history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330915844_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330915844
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330915844
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 414 pages. 8.98x5.98x0.94 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330915844
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 414 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25866959/1
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