Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a delightful adventure navigated by Captain Benjamin Willard, taking readers back in time to the shores of the 19th century Atlantic Ocean. Willard's compelling account details his life as a Maine captain, recounting his experiences as a fisherman, stevedore, and pilot. The reader is transported into an epoch of seafaring history through the eyes of a skilled sailor who witnessed numerous changes within the shipping industry. From the hardships of early cod fishing, where superstition still held mariners captive, to the alterations brought about by steam technology, Willard's life unveils the evolution and challenges faced by those who worked the coastlines. Combined with reflections on the fishermen's community and the sailors' camaraderie, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a glimpse into a bygone era of seafaring and coastal life. 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 9781332109258_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-9781332109258
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
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-9781332109258
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)