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Man-Of-War Life (1895)

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Man-Of-War Life is a book written by Charles Nordhoff and first published in 1895. The book is a memoir of Nordhoff's experiences as a sailor in the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. Nordhoff vividly describes the harsh conditions and daily routines of life aboard a man-of-war, including the challenges of navigation, the dangers of battle, and the complex social hierarchy of the ship's crew. He also provides insights into the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the Union and Confederacy during the Civil War. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of a sailor during this period, and provides a unique perspective on a pivotal period in American history.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781437233216
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 292
  • Udgivet:
  • 27. oktober 2008
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 599 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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Man-Of-War Life is a book written by Charles Nordhoff and first published in 1895. The book is a memoir of Nordhoff's experiences as a sailor in the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. Nordhoff vividly describes the harsh conditions and daily routines of life aboard a man-of-war, including the challenges of navigation, the dangers of battle, and the complex social hierarchy of the ship's crew. He also provides insights into the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the Union and Confederacy during the Civil War. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of a sailor during this period, and provides a unique perspective on a pivotal period in American history.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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