An Old Sailor's Yarn (1914)

By H. Clarkson Birch

Book Overview

An Old Sailor's Yarn is a novel written by H. Clarkson Birch and published in 1914. The story revolves around the life of a retired sailor named Captain Jack, who spends his days reminiscing about his adventures at sea. He tells his tales to a young boy named Dick, who is fascinated by the sea and dreams of becoming a sailor himself one day.Captain Jack's stories are filled with excitement and danger, as he describes his encounters with pirates, storms, and sea monsters. He also shares his knowledge of navigation and seamanship, teaching Dick the skills he will need to pursue his own maritime career.As the novel progresses, Captain Jack and Dick become close friends, and the old sailor becomes a mentor to the young boy. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including other sailors, merchants, and even a mysterious woman who captures Captain Jack's heart.An Old Sailor's Yarn is a classic adventure story that captures the spirit of the sea and the thrill of exploration. It is a timeless tale that will appeal to readers of all ages, especially those who have a love for the ocean and a sense of adventure.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: 1163939927
• ISBN13: 9781163939925
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"