Outward Bound, Or a Merchant's Adventures
- 346 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
Edward Howard Bücher
Edward Howard war ein britischer Romanautor, dessen Werke sich mit Seegeschichten und Abenteuern befassten. Als stellvertretender Chefredakteur von The Metropolitan Magazine und späterer Mitarbeiter des New Monthly Magazine schuf er sich eine Nische in der literarischen Publizistik. Howards Erzählungen, geprägt von seinen eigenen Erfahrungen auf See, entführen die Leser in stürmische Gewässer und spannende Handlungen. Sein Stil, gekennzeichnet durch lebendige Beschreibungen und ein zügiges Tempo, zeichnet ihn als bemerkenswerten Autor seiner Zeit aus.
Rattlin the Reefer
- 448 Seiten
- 16 Lesestunden
Rattlin the Reefer is a classic novel that follows the adventures of a young sailor named Rattlin, as he navigates the treacherous waters of the 18th century. A thrilling and action-packed read, this book offers a window into life on the high seas, and the challenges faced by sailors of the time.
Memoirs of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, K. C. B., &c; Volume 2
- 434 Seiten
- 16 Lesestunden
This biography chronicles the remarkable life of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, one of the most important naval commanders of his time. Best known for his defense of Acre during the Napoleonic Wars, he was also involved in numerous other key battles and negotiations, and his story provides a fascinating glimpse into the naval history of the era.
Memoirs Of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, K. C. B., &c: In Two Volumes; Volume 1
- 410 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
This enthralling two-volume memoir provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, one of the most distinguished naval officers of the Napoleonic era. His extraordinary life is chronicled in vivid detail by his contemporaries and provides a valuable historical document that is essential reading for anyone interested in British naval history.