A rare glimpse into the day-to-day shipboard procedures of the 19th-century. The author of
Two Years Before the Mast outlines practical aspects of seamanship such as setting sails and tying knots as well as the roles and duties of each crew member. Includes a glossary of sea terms.
Reprint of the 1879 edition
Availability | Instant |
ISBN 10 | 0486157180 |
ISBN 13 | 9780486157184 |
Author/Editor | Richard Henry Dana, Jr. |
Format | eBook |
Page Count | 240 |
Dimensions | 5 3/8 x 8 |