Salted Tories: The Story Of The Whaling Fleets Of San Francisco (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258477790)

Salted Tories: The Story of the Whaling Fleets of San Francisco is a historical book written by Lloyd Custer Mayhew Hare. The book is about the whaling industry in San Francisco during the mid-19th century. It tells the story of the whaling fleets that sailed from San Francisco to the Pacific Ocean, hunting for whales for their oil and other valuable resources.The book provides a detailed account of the whaling industry, including the equipment used, the techniques employed, and the dangers faced by the sailors. It also sheds light on the social and economic impact of the whaling industry on San Francisco, which was a major hub for the trade.The title of the book, Salted Tories, refers to the sailors who worked on the whaling ships. These sailors were known for their rough and rowdy behavior, and were often seen as rebels or outcasts by society.Overall, Salted Tories is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of San Francisco, the whaling industry, or maritime history in general. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at a little-known aspect of American history.The Marine Historical Association, No. 37, October, 1960.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: Lloyd Custer Mayhew Hare
ISBN-10: 1258477793
ISBN-13: 9781258477790
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/15/2012
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d