There She Blows! Or The Log Of The Arethusa (1877)

By William Hussey Macy

Book Overview

""There She Blows Or The Log Of The Arethusa"" is a book written by William H. Macy and published in 1877. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a sailor on the whaling ship Arethusa during the mid-19th century. Macy describes the daily routines of the crew, the dangers they faced while hunting whales, and the excitement of encountering these massive creatures in the open sea. The book also delves into the history and economics of the whaling industry, as well as the cultural significance of whales in various societies. Macy's writing style is engaging and vivid, and he provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of maritime adventure. Overall, ""There She Blows Or The Log Of The Arethusa"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of whaling and seafaring in the 19th century.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: 1163908819
• ISBN13: 9781163908815
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"