In Peril And Privation: Stories Of Marine Disaster Retold is a book written by James Payn and originally published in 1885. The book is a collection of stories that retell the harrowing experiences of sailors and passengers who have been involved in maritime disasters. The stories in the book cover a range of disasters, from shipwrecks to collisions and fires at sea. Payn's writing style is gripping and vivid, bringing to life the terror and heroism...