Cruising and Blockading (Classic Reprint): A Naval Story of the Late War: A Naval Story of the Late War (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid Civil War naval coming-of-age tale of courage, duty, and longing at sea.

Growing up on the New England coast, Harry Careswell dreams of the ocean and a life at sea. In this historical novel, his journey from a curious boy to a seasoned sailor unfolds against the backdrop of Civil War-era ships, bustling ports, and close-quarters life aboard warships. The story follows his early migrations, the pull of family and love, and the hard-won lessons that shape his character as he serves with resolve and loyalty.

Across deck and harbor, the narrative blends youthful ambition with the grit of naval duty. Readers meet a cast of sailors, officers, and civilians whose lives intersect with Harry’s, revealing the daily rhythms, dangers, and camaraderie that define a sailor’s coming of age during a turbulent era.

• Characters shaped by family, duty, and the pull of the sea
• Life aboard ships, from duties in the forecastle to watchful moments on deck
• Scenes of ports, naval life, and the slow forging of courage under pressure
• A period-accurate portrait of training, discipline, and camaraderie

Ideal for readers drawn to historical fiction that centers on character, growth, and life at sea during the Civil War.

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