George Blunt Wendell: Clipper Ship Master

Book Overview

""George Blunt Wendell: Clipper Ship Master"" by Carl C. Cutler is a biography of a renowned American sailor who was a master of clipper ships in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Wendell's life and career, from his early days as a cabin boy aboard a merchant vessel to his rise as a captain of some of the most famous clipper ships of his time.Cutler provides a detailed account of Wendell's experiences at sea, including his encounters with storms, pirates, and other hazards of the trade. The author also explores the social and economic context of the clipper ship era, discussing the role of these vessels in the transportation of goods and people around the world.Through Wendell's story, readers gain insight into the challenges and rewards of a life at sea during a pivotal period in American history. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history or the lives of those who sailed the clipper ships.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: 1163179787
• ISBN13: 9781163179789
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"