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Gloucestermen: Stories of the Fishing Fleet
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025681016
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 472
Weight: 1.84
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The collection showcases the bravery, skill, and camaraderie of the schooner crews as they navigate dense fogs, gale-force winds, and the competitive world of deep-sea fishing. From the thrill of the race to the solemnity of the haul, Connolly's prose immerses readers in the authentic atmosphere of the fishing banks. These stories detail the technical mastery required to handle a fishing schooner and the indomitable character of the sailors who called the ocean their home.
As a significant contribution to American maritime literature, Gloucestermen: Stories of the Fishing Fleet preserves the legacy of a bygone era of sail-powered industry. The work offers a vivid portrayal of the human struggle against the elements and provides an enduring tribute to one of America's most storied seafaring communities.
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