Memoir Of John Escreet

By John Escreet

Book Overview

Memoir of John Escreet is an autobiographical account of the life of John Escreet, a British sailor who lived during the early 19th century. The book was first published in 1823 and provides a detailed insight into the experiences of a sailor during this time period.The memoir begins with Escreet's childhood in the small town of Weymouth, where he grew up with his family. He then goes on to describe his early years as a sailor, including his first voyage and his experiences on board various ships. Escreet also provides a detailed account of his time in the Royal Navy, where he served as a midshipman during the Napoleonic Wars.Throughout the book, Escreet describes the many challenges and dangers that sailors faced during this time period, including storms, shipwrecks, and battles with enemy ships. He also provides insights into the daily life of a sailor, including the harsh living conditions on board ships and the difficulties of maintaining good health and hygiene.Memoir of John Escreet offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a sailor during the early 19th century, providing readers with a unique perspective on a time period that is often romanticized in popular culture. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime 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: 1166291391
• ISBN13: 9781166291396
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"