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""Round The Galley Fire"" is a book written by William Clark Russell and first published in 1890. The book is a collection of short stories and sketches that revolve around life at sea. The stories are based on the author's own experiences as a sailor and depict the daily struggles and hardships faced by sailors on board ships. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains stories that are mostly humorous and lighthearted, while the second part is more serious and deals with themes such as love, loss, and tragedy. The stories are told from the perspective of different characters, including sailors, captains, and passengers, and provide a vivid portrayal of life on board a ship during the 19th century. The book is written in a simple and straightforward style, with vivid descriptions of the sea and the ships, as well as the characters and their experiences. The author's love for the sea and his admiration for the sailors who braved its dangers are evident throughout the book. Overall, ""Round The Galley Fire"" is a captivating and entertaining read that provides a unique insight into the life of sailors during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or simply looking for a good adventure story.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:
  • 9781164920595
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 338
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 454 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 21. januar 2025
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""Round The Galley Fire"" is a book written by William Clark Russell and first published in 1890. The book is a collection of short stories and sketches that revolve around life at sea. The stories are based on the author's own experiences as a sailor and depict the daily struggles and hardships faced by sailors on board ships. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains stories that are mostly humorous and lighthearted, while the second part is more serious and deals with themes such as love, loss, and tragedy. The stories are told from the perspective of different characters, including sailors, captains, and passengers, and provide a vivid portrayal of life on board a ship during the 19th century. The book is written in a simple and straightforward style, with vivid descriptions of the sea and the ships, as well as the characters and their experiences. The author's love for the sea and his admiration for the sailors who braved its dangers are evident throughout the book. Overall, ""Round The Galley Fire"" is a captivating and entertaining read that provides a unique insight into the life of sailors during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or simply looking for a good adventure story.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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