Under Sail: A Voyage Round Cape Horn

Under Sail: A Voyage Round Cape Horn

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Felix Riesenberg
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, Ltd., 1925

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: FEP missing
Markings: Previous owner

This maritime memoir, Under Sail, chronicles the adventures and challenges of life aboard a square-rigged sailing ship during the golden age of sail. Felix Reisenberg vividly recounts his experiences, presenting a detailed account of seamanship, navigation, and the camaraderie among sailors. The narrative captures the raw beauty and unforgiving nature of the open ocean, illustrating the profound connection between man and the sea. It offers an authentic glimpse into a bygone era, filled with both peril and profound discovery, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of nautical history and adventure. Reisenberg’s prose conveys a deep respect for the traditions of sailing and the indomitable spirit required to master the waves.

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Description

Author: Felix Riesenberg
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, Ltd., 1925

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: FEP missing
Markings: Previous owner

This maritime memoir, Under Sail, chronicles the adventures and challenges of life aboard a square-rigged sailing ship during the golden age of sail. Felix Reisenberg vividly recounts his experiences, presenting a detailed account of seamanship, navigation, and the camaraderie among sailors. The narrative captures the raw beauty and unforgiving nature of the open ocean, illustrating the profound connection between man and the sea. It offers an authentic glimpse into a bygone era, filled with both peril and profound discovery, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of nautical history and adventure. Reisenberg’s prose conveys a deep respect for the traditions of sailing and the indomitable spirit required to master the waves.