The Log Of My Leisure Hours (1872)

By Old Sailor

Book Overview

The Log Of My Leisure Hours is a book written by Old Sailor and originally published in 1872. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes from the author's experiences as a sailor, detailing his adventures at sea and his observations of life on board a ship. The stories range from humorous tales of pranks played on fellow sailors to more serious accounts of shipwrecks and close calls with danger. The book also provides a glimpse into the daily routines and traditions of life on a sailing vessel during the 19th century. The author's writing style is straightforward and engaging, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in maritime history or tales of adventure on the high seas. Overall, The Log Of My Leisure Hours is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a sailor during a time when sailing was a vital part of global commerce and exploration.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: 1437312748
• ISBN13: 9781437312744
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"