Thirty-Six Years Of A Seafaring Life (1839) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165157730)

""Thirty-Six Years Of A Seafaring Life"" is a memoir written by an anonymous author who goes by the name ""An Old Quarter Master."" The book was originally published in 1839 and provides a detailed account of the author's experiences as a sailor for over three decades. The memoir begins with the author's childhood and early years at sea, where he worked as a cabin boy on various ships. He then goes on to describe his experiences as a seaman, including his time on merchant ships and naval vessels. Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of life at sea, including the challenges and dangers that sailors faced on a daily basis. He also shares his observations on the different cultures and customs he encountered during his travels, including those of the Caribbean, South America, and Europe. The memoir also touches on the author's personal life, including his relationships with fellow sailors and his experiences with love and loss. Overall, ""Thirty-Six Years Of A Seafaring Life"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century seafaring, offering readers a firsthand account of the trials and triumphs of life at sea.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: An Old Quarter Master
ISBN-10: 116515773X
ISBN-13: 9781165157730
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 334
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d