Sailor Life On Man Of War And Merchant Vessel (1884)

by Charles Nordhoff

Book Overview

Sailor Life On Man Of War And Merchant Vessel is a book written by Charles Nordhoff in 1884. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences as a sailor on both a man-of-war and a merchant vessel. Nordhoff describes the daily life of a sailor, including the harsh conditions and the dangers they faced at sea. He also provides insights into the hierarchy and social dynamics on board the ships, as well as the different roles and responsibilities of the crew members. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the world of sailors in the 19th century, and provides a valuable historical perspective on naval and maritime culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166214761
• ISBN13: 9781166214760
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 758 Pages
• Weight: 2.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"