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Synopsis
A witty, old-fashioned sea diary that sails from coast to distant shores with a loving, in‑over‑one’s-head narrator and a shipful of adventures.
A father’s lighthearted account of buying a sailing yacht, fitting her out, and setting sail with four children aboard. The narrative blends nautical detail, humorous misadventure, and colorful portraits of ports, monks, and early travel in the Middle East. It charms with wit, warm family dynamics, and surprisingly practical glimpses of life at sea—balancing voyage drama with gentle humor.
What you’ll experience
- Vivid scenes of harbor life, ship fittings, and the quirks of nautical culture in the late 19th century.
- Encounters with monks, mountaintop histories, and local lore that bring a coastal voyage to life.
- Personal reflections on leadership, risk, and the joys and flaws of family travel at sea.
- Plainspoken, accessible storytelling with a charming, hospitable voice.
Ideal for readers of maritime travel, rustic humor, and memoirs that mix adventure with everyday moments at sea.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. The author sets sail on a sailing vessel with their four young children for a voyage around Europe and into the Mediterranean. Throughout the journey, the author makes observations on the culture, geography, and history of the locations they visit. The narrative is as much a guidebook and cultural history of the places visited as it is an autobiography, with the author reflecting on the state of humanity in the late 19th century. Filled with adventure and humor, this book is a unique perspective on the practice of seafaring during this time period, as well as a testament to the enduring wonder of our planet. 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 9781332620111_0
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The Log of the 'Nereid' Classic Reprint
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The Log of the 'Nereid' Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332620111
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