Whale Hunt

Whale Hunt: The Narrative of a Voyage by Nelson Cole Haley, Harpooner in the Ship Charles W. Morgan 1849-1853 is a first-hand account of a whaling voyage during the mid-19th century. The book is written by Nelson Cole Haley, who served as a harpooner on the ship Charles W. Morgan during the voyage. The book provides a detailed description of the voyage, including the daily life on board the ship, the dangers and challenges faced by the crew, and the process of hunting and processing whales. Haley also describes the various ports of call the ship visited during the voyage, including the Azores, Cape Verde, and the Falkland Islands.The book offers a fascinating insight into the world of whaling during the mid-19th century, including the economic importance of the industry and the impact of whaling on the environment. It also provides a personal account of Haley's experiences as a harpooner, including his interactions with the other members of the crew and his thoughts and feelings about the whaling industry.Overall, Whale Hunt: The Narrative of a Voyage by Nelson Cole Haley, Harpooner in the Ship Charles W. Morgan 1849-1853 is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of whaling or the maritime industry during the mid-19th century.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.