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Ten Years A Rover (1875)

Ten Years A Rover (1875)

Hayward, William Stephens

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Travel GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1166316203
ISBN13: 9781166316204
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ten Years A Rover is a memoir written by William Stephens Hayward in 1875. The book is a first-hand account of his life as a sailor and adventurer during the mid-19th century. Hayward describes his experiences at sea, including his time as a whaler, his travels to various ports around the world, and his encounters with different cultures and peoples. The book also delves into Hayward's personal life, including his struggles with alcoholism and his relationships with women. Despite the challenges he faces, Hayward remains committed to his love of the sea and his desire for adventure. Throughout the book, Hayward provides detailed descriptions of the ships he sailed on, the crew members he worked alongside, and the various dangers he encountered while at sea. He also reflects on the changes he witnessed in the world during his travels, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the rise of colonialism. Overall, Ten Years A Rover offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a sailor during a time of great change and exploration. It is a captivating memoir that is sure to appeal to anyone interested in maritime history, adventure, and personal transformation.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.

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