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The Story Of The Last Of The Old Whalers, Charles W. Morgan

The Story Of The Last Of The Old Whalers, Charles W. Morgan

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Historical Figures19th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1432556444
ISBN13: 9781432556440
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story of the Last of the Old Whalers, Charles W. Morgan by Marion Dickerman is a detailed account of the life and times of the Charles W. Morgan, a historic whaling ship that was built in 1841 and remained in service until the early 20th century. The book traces the ship's history from its construction in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to its many voyages around the world in search of whales and other sea creatures.The author provides a fascinating look at the daily life of the crew on board the Charles W. Morgan, detailing the challenges they faced as they battled the elements and hunted their prey. She also explores the economic and social impact of the whaling industry, which played a crucial role in the development of many coastal communities in the United States.Throughout the book, Dickerman weaves together historical research, personal anecdotes, and vivid descriptions of life at sea to create a compelling narrative that brings the world of the old whalers to life. Whether you are a history buff, a maritime enthusiast, or simply curious about the world of whaling, The Story of the Last of the Old Whalers, Charles W. Morgan is a must-read.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.

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