Deep Water: The Autobiography Of A Sea Captain (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163139974)

Deep Water: The Autobiography Of A Sea Captain is a memoir written by Pryce Mitchell, a seasoned sea captain who has spent his life navigating the treacherous waters of the world's oceans. The book chronicles his experiences at sea, from his early days as a deckhand to his eventual rise to captaincy.Mitchell's vivid descriptions of life on board a ship, the challenges of navigating through storms and rough seas, and the camaraderie of the crew make for a compelling read. He also shares his personal struggles and triumphs, including the loss of his wife and the joys of fatherhood.Throughout the book, Mitchell provides insights into the history of seafaring and the evolution of the shipping industry. He also reflects on the impact of technology on his profession, from the introduction of GPS to the automation of many shipboard tasks.Deep Water is a fascinating and inspiring account of a life lived at sea, and a testament to the courage and resilience of those who make their living on the water.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Pryce Mitchell
ISBN-10: 1163139971
ISBN-13: 9781163139974
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 348
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.03lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d