Tales In The Cabin: Or Nights On The Ocean (1861)

By William Heard Hillyard

Book Overview

Tales In The Cabin: Or Nights On The Ocean is a book written by A Ship's Surgeon and published in 1861. The book is a collection of stories that take place on board a ship during various voyages across the ocean. The stories are told from the perspective of the ship's surgeon, who is both a witness and participant in the events that unfold. The book features a variety of tales, including stories of adventure, romance, and tragedy. Some of the stories are based on real-life events that took place during the author's time as a ship's surgeon, while others are fictional accounts inspired by his experiences. Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of life on board a ship, including the routines of the crew, the dangers of the sea, and the camaraderie that develops among those who spend long periods of time together on a voyage. Overall, Tales In The Cabin: Or Nights On The Ocean is a fascinating glimpse into life on board a ship during the 19th century, and a testament to the enduring appeal of seafaring tales.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: 1437134033
• ISBN13: 9781437134032
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"