The Great Eastern's Log (Classic Reprint): Containing Her First Translating Voyage, and All Particulars of Her American Visit: Containing Her First ... of Her American Visit (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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The Great Eastern’s Log presents a vivid firsthand look at a colossal ship’s early Atlantic voyage and the people aboard. This edition compiles the day-by-day notes that describe life on the Great Eastern as it prepared for and began its American visit, including sail handling, weather, and passenger experiences.

The text follows the ship from its trials to its departure for New York, with details about officers, engineers, and crew, as well as crowds of visitors and the daily rhythms at sea. It also captures the mood of the era and the practical realities of operating a vessel of such size on transatlantic routes, along with occasional anecdotes and scene-setting scenes from life on deck.

- Daily weather, navigation, and engine performance from the early Atlantic crossing
- Crew roles, ship operations, and the logistics of managing passengers and cargo
- Human-interest moments, transport by ferry, and social contrasts of the era
- Anecdotes and period color that bring 19th‑century transatlantic travel to life

Ideal for readers of maritime history, 19th‑century exploration, and anyone curious about the realities of operating a record‑setting ship at sea.

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