There She Blows! Or, The Log of the Arethusa (eBook)

A High Seas Adventure of Whaling Expeditions and Camaraderie

William Hussey Macy (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
205 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406617048-6 (EAN)

Infos

In 'There She Blows! Or, The Log of the Arethusa', William Hussey Macy provides readers with a thrilling adventure story set in the high seas. The book is written in a straightforward and descriptive style, capturing the dangers and excitement of whaling expeditions during the 19th century. The narrative is filled with vivid imagery and detailed accounts of life aboard a whaling ship, immersing readers in the world of seafaring adventures. Macy's work is a prime example of maritime fiction, popular in the 19th century for its combination of adventure, danger, and exotic locales. The book also touches on themes of camaraderie, survival, and the relentless pursuit of a prized catch. William Hussey Macy, a sailor himself, draws on his own experiences at sea to bring authenticity to the story. His firsthand knowledge of whaling practices and life on board a ship enriches the narrative and adds depth to the characters and their experiences. 'There She Blows! Or, The Log of the Arethusa' is a must-read for fans of maritime fiction and anyone interested in the history of whaling expeditions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • American authors • American Literature • Classic Literature • Fiction • nautical fiction • naval fiction • sailing stories • sea adventure • sea stories • sea voyages • ship logs • whaling • whaling literature