The British Tar In Fact And Fiction: The Poetry Pathos And Humor Of The Sailor's Life

By Charles Napier Robinson

Book Overview

""The British Tar In Fact And Fiction: The Poetry Pathos And Humor Of The Sailor�������s Life"" by Charles Napier Robinson is a comprehensive exploration of the life and culture of British sailors, both in reality and in literature. The book delves into the history of the British Navy and its impact on British society, as well as the experiences of individual sailors and their families. Robinson also examines the portrayal of sailors in literature and popular culture, from the heroic figures of Horatio Nelson and Jack Aubrey to the comic characters of Gilbert and Sullivan's operettas. The book includes a collection of poems, songs, and stories that capture the spirit and humor of the sailor's life, as well as illustrations and photographs that bring the world of the British Navy to life. Overall, ""The British Tar In Fact And Fiction"" offers a fascinating and entertaining look at a unique and important aspect of British history and culture.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: 1430475528
• ISBN13: 9781430475521
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 690 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"