Overview
The Logbook of the Captain's Clerk: Adventures in the China Seas is a non-fiction book written by John S. Sewall. The book is a collection of the author's personal experiences as a clerk aboard the American clipper ship ""Huntress"" during its voyages to the China Seas in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of life on board a ship during this time period, including the daily routines, the challenges faced by the crew, and the dangers they encountered on their journey. The author also describes the various ports of call in China, Japan, and other parts of Asia that the ship visited, as well as the customs and traditions of the people they encountered.Through his vivid descriptions, Sewall provides readers with a unique insight into the world of a sailor during the mid-19th century, including the hardships and rewards of life at sea, as well as the excitement and adventure of exploring new lands and cultures. The Logbook of the Captain's Clerk is a fascinating read for anyone interested in maritime history, 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.
- | Author: John S. Sewall
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jul 25, 2007
- | Number of Pages: 292 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 054820912X
- | ISBN-13: 9780548209127
