The Whaleman's Adventures In The Southern Ocean: As Gathered By Henry T. Cheever, On The Homeward Cruise Of The Commodore Preble (1862)
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""The Whaleman's Adventures in the Southern Ocean"" is a book written by Henry T. Cheever and published in 1862. The book is a collection of stories and experiences of whale hunting in the Southern Ocean, as told by Cheever during his voyage on the Commodore Preble. Cheever was a passenger on the ship, and he gathered tales from the crew and other whalemen he met along the way. The book is a fascinating account of the dangers and excitement of whaling, including encounters with storms, icebergs, and whales. Cheever also provides insight into the daily life of a whaleman, including the grueling work of hunting whales and the camaraderie that developed among the crew. The book is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the world of whaling in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain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:1165158051
ISBN13:9781165158058
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:336 Pages
Weight:0.99 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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