To Cuba And Back: (Richard Henry Dana Classics Collection)

by Richard Henry Dana Jr.

Book Overview

Throughout the day, sailing down the outer edge of the Gulf Stream, we see vessels of all forms and sizes, coming in sight and passing away, as in a dioramic show. There is a heavy cotton droger from the Gulf, of 1200 tons burden, under a cloud of sail, pressing on to the northern seas of New England or Old England. Here comes a saucy little Baltimore brig, close-hauled and leaning over to it; and there, half down in the horizon, is a pile of white...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508618135
• ISBN13: 9781508618133
• Release Date: February 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"