A Sea Trip In Clipper Ship Days

A Sea Trip In Clipper Ship Days

Mary Matthews Bray

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
Materia
Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781432562830
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''A Sea Trip In Clipper Ship Days'' is a non-fiction book written by Mary Matthews Bray, which provides an account of her travels aboard a clipper ship during the mid-19th century. The book narrates the author’s journey from Boston to San Francisco, which lasted for 135 days, covering a distance of over 16,000 miles. The author describes the experience of living on board a clipper ship, including the daily routine of the crew, the challenges of navigating through rough seas, and the excitement of encountering different cultures and landscapes. The book also provides insights into the history of clipper ships, their design, and their role in global trade during the 19th century. Overall, ''A Sea Trip In Clipper Ship Days'' is a fascinating account of a bygone era of travel and adventure, and a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or the thrill of 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.

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