Afloat And Ashore: A Sea Tale (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354841668)

Afloat and Ashore: a sea tale of courage, cunning, and the call of the horizon. A voyage that begins with quiet waters and ends where loyalty is tested against the wild Atlantic. James Fenimore Cooper's maritime masterwork returns in a form worthy of its enduring charm: a restored, richly textured adventure that speaks to both the heart and the mind. This is more than a nautical fiction; it is a precisely observed pole of shipboard life, where risk, seamanship, and the bonds of crew and captain illuminate the timeless pull of the sea. The narrative moves through early nineteenth century attitudes and ambitions, tracing peril and wonder along Atlantic routes with a clarity that captivates readers seeking a true sea tale as well as fans of classic literary fiction. This edition recognises the work's literary and historical significance, inviting casual readers and historical fiction collectors alike to encounter Cooper's keen-eyed observers, his vivid scenes, and a storyline that resonates as a quintessential sea adventure. Not merely a reprint, it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, restored for today's audience and for generations to come. For lovers of illustrated editions and nineteenth-century maritime drama, this release keeps the flame of sea adventure classics alive-an essential addition to any discerning collection.

Author: James Fenimore Cooper
ISBN-10: 935484166X
ISBN-13: 9789354841668
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 07/21/2021
Pages: 512
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.14d