Publisher's Synopsis
""A Diary in the Dardanelles"" is a historical book written by William Knight. The book is a personal account of Knight's experiences while sailing on board the schooner Corsair. The diary was written while he was sailing through the Dardanelles Straits, from Tenedos to Marmora, in the year 1849. The book provides a detailed description of the journey, including the sights, sounds, and experiences of Knight and his fellow sailors. The diary is written in a personal and engaging style, and provides a unique insight into life on board a sailing vessel during the mid-19th century. The book is a valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into the past and the experiences of those who lived during that time. It is recommended for anyone interested in history, sailing, or personal accounts of travel and adventure.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.
