The Restless Waterfront
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: Capt. James Gaby
Binding: Hardback
Published: Antipodean Publishers., 1974
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The historical non-fiction work The Restless Waterfront chronicles the vibrant and tumultuous history of the San Francisco waterfront. This compelling account details the lives of sailors, longshoremen, and entrepreneurs who shaped the city's maritime identity. Capt. James Gaby, with his firsthand experience, presents a vivid narrative filled with anecdotes and historical insights. The book illustrates the economic shifts, labor struggles, and cultural transformations that defined this iconic port. It offers a captivating look into a bygone era, revealing the enduring spirit of a city built on its connection to the sea.
Author: Capt. James Gaby
Binding: Hardback
Published: Antipodean Publishers., 1974
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The historical non-fiction work The Restless Waterfront chronicles the vibrant and tumultuous history of the San Francisco waterfront. This compelling account details the lives of sailors, longshoremen, and entrepreneurs who shaped the city's maritime identity. Capt. James Gaby, with his firsthand experience, presents a vivid narrative filled with anecdotes and historical insights. The book illustrates the economic shifts, labor struggles, and cultural transformations that defined this iconic port. It offers a captivating look into a bygone era, revealing the enduring spirit of a city built on its connection to the sea.