A Farewell To My Old Shipmates And Messmates: With Some Examples, And A Few Hints Of Advice (1847)

By John Bechervaise and Old Quarter Master

Book Overview

""A Farewell To My Old Shipmates And Messmates: With Some Examples, And A Few Hints Of Advice"" is a book written by an author known only as Old Quarter Master, and was originally published in 1847. The book is a memoir that recounts the author's experiences serving in the navy and bidding farewell to his fellow sailors and friends. Throughout the book, Old Quarter Master shares various anecdotes and stories from his time in the navy, providing readers with a glimpse into the daily life of sailors during the mid-19th century. He also offers advice and wisdom based on his experiences, providing readers with practical tips on everything from seamanship to personal hygiene.Overall, ""A Farewell To My Old Shipmates And Messmates"" is a fascinating historical document that offers a unique perspective on life in the navy during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or the experiences of sailors during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165895633
• ISBN13: 9781165895632
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"