Yankee Skipper: The Life Story Of Joseph Gainard, Captain Of The City Of Flint (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163140437)

Yankee Skipper: The Life Story Of Joseph Gainard, Captain Of The City Of Flint is a biographical book written by Joseph Gainard himself. The book tells the story of his life as a captain of the City of Flint, a ship that sailed across the Atlantic Ocean during the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different aspect of Gainard's life. It begins with his childhood in Maine, where he was born and raised. The author then goes on to describe his experiences as a young man, working on various ships and learning the skills necessary to become a successful captain.Throughout the book, readers are given a glimpse into the daily life of a ship's captain during this time period. Gainard describes the challenges he faced while navigating the treacherous waters of the Atlantic, as well as the long hours and hard work required to keep the ship running smoothly.The book also delves into Gainard's personal life, including his marriage and family. He shares his thoughts and feelings about his loved ones, as well as the sacrifices he had to make in order to pursue his career.Overall, Yankee Skipper: The Life Story Of Joseph Gainard, Captain Of The City Of Flint is a fascinating look into the life of a sailor during the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or the personal experiences of those who worked on the high seas.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: Joseph Gainard
ISBN-10: 1163140430
ISBN-13: 9781163140437
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 292
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d