Slavers And Cruisers: A Tale Of The West Coast (1881)

By S W Sadler

Book Overview

Slavers And Cruisers: A Tale Of The West Coast (1881) is a novel written by Samuel Whitchurch Sadler. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the adventures of a young sailor named Harry Lindsay. Harry joins a British naval vessel assigned to patrol the West Coast of Africa to combat the illegal slave trade. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including slave traders, pirates, and fellow sailors. As Harry navigates the dangers of the high seas, he also grapples with his own moral compass and the ethical implications of his mission. The novel explores themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of colonialism. The book is considered a classic of maritime literature and provides a vivid depiction of life on a naval vessel during the 1800s. The author, Samuel Whitchurch Sadler, was a British naval officer and writer who drew on his own experiences to create a realistic portrayal of life at sea. Overall, Slavers And Cruisers: A Tale Of The West Coast is a thrilling adventure story that also delves into deeper questions about morality and justice.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: 1120709636
• ISBN13: 9781120709639
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 398 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"