Sea Life In Nelson's Time
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""Sea Life In Nelson's Time"" is a historical account of the maritime world during the time of Admiral Horatio Nelson. Written by John Masefield, a renowned poet and author, the book provides a vivid description of the life and times of sailors, pirates, and naval officers during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the workings of a ship, the daily routines of sailors, the dangers of life at sea, and the battles and wars that shaped the era. Masefield's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws upon his own experiences as a sailor to provide an authentic portrayal of life on the high seas. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of seafaring adventure and exploration.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:1428626921
ISBN13:9781428626928
Release Date:June 2006
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:312 Pages
Weight:1.01 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
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Everyday life aboard a Napoleonic-era Ship-of-the-Line
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Although now a century old, Masefield's work is still profoundly valuable to anyone interested in life during the age of fighting sail. Despite its age, the text is remarkably pleasant to read and answers probably every question you've ever had about what it was like to live and fight aboard sailing ships in Nelson' Time. From an in-depth presentation of the weapons and their use to an exploration of the food, discipline, and work of the men who served, Masefield covers it all. The numerous illustrations are well-chosen as well, and reinforce Masefield's text. I would highly recommend this book to anyone with an interest in the period.
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
While there has been much new research and opinions about this subject, no one who is interested in the British Navy during the Napoleonic Wars can pass this book by. The author, aside from being a great poet, sailed tall ships as a sailor before the mast. He has even sailed around the Horn. This gives him an insight into the lives of seaman aboard wooden men-of-war that a modern author cannot achieve. Well worth reading.
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