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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea' transports you to the heart of 19th-century British seafaring. David W. Bone's classic work offers a compelling glimpse into the demanding lives of merchant mariners and the realities of shipboard life. More than just a sea adventure, this historical fiction masterfully captures the social life and customs of those who braved the open ocean. Experience the challenges and triumphs of a bygone era as you immerse yourself in this meticulously prepared republication of a timeless story. A captivating read for anyone interested in sea stories, historical fiction, or the rich history of ships and shipbuilding.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a very good, slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 160 p. : incl. front., plates ; 22 cm. Subjects; Sea songs.Seafaring life Songs and music. Seafaring life. Sea shanties; history. Sea shanties. Music history. 3 Kg.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Merchantmen-at-Arms: The British Merchants' Service In The War' offers a compelling account of the British Merchant Service during World War I. Penned by David W. Bone, this historical narrative sheds light on the vital role of the merchant marine in the war at sea. This detailed work explores the experiences of merchant seamen and their ships as they navigated the perils of naval warfare and contributed to the Allied effort. A crucial piece of naval history, the book examines the often-overlooked contributions of the British merchant service, a cornerstone of Great Britain's war effort. Readers interested in World War I, maritime history, or the history of Great Britain will find this book a valuable resource and an enduring testament to the courage and resilience of the merchantmen-at-arms. A meticulously prepared print republication of this important historical work.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea' transports you to the heart of 19th-century British seafaring. David W. Bone's classic work offers a compelling glimpse into the demanding lives of merchant mariners and the realities of shipboard life. More than just a sea adventure, this historical fiction masterfully captures the social life and customs of those who braved the open ocean. Experience the challenges and triumphs of a bygone era as you immerse yourself in this meticulously prepared republication of a timeless story. A captivating read for anyone interested in sea stories, historical fiction, or the rich history of ships and shipbuilding.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Zustand: fair, poor. Muirhead Bone (illustrator). First? Edition. First? Printing. 22 cm, 331, illus., index, DJ worn, soiled, and torn, front DJ flap price clipped. Illustrated by the author's brother, Sir Muirhead Bone. Personal recollections of World War II by a British merchant sailor who served in World War I as well. Includes information on Operation Torch, Operation Husky, Operation Shingle, and many anecdotes of naval action.

Zustand: Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original blue cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back over navy ground. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. Contains (xx), 332 pp with 15 plates and 17 monochrome headpieces. Fine condition book in Good condition dust wrapper with rubbing of the paper to the spine ends and corners. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ROYAL NAVY (RN).