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Two Years Before the Mast

Two Years Before the Mast

著者： Richard Henry Dana Jr.
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Dive into the captivating world of maritime adventure with Two Years Before the Mast. This remarkable account captures the life of a sailor from the forecastle‚Äînot a captain or a passenger, but an ordinary crew member. Once beloved by sailors of its time, the book famously sold two thousand copies to Liverpool sailors in just one day. Even if youre unfamiliar with nautical terms like reefing topsail or the difference between starboard and larboard, youll find this engaging narrative transports you to a bygone era of seafaring life. (Summary by BethAnne) Dedicated Proof-Listener Gesine & Rapunzelina Meta-Coordinator/Cataloging Jc Guan & TriciaGCopyright Biographies 2.0 アート 世界 文学史・文学批評 社会科学 科学
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