Publisher's Synopsis
An Old Sailor's Yarns: Tales Of Many Seas is a book written by Roland Folger Coffin and first published in 1884. The book is a collection of short stories that recount the author's experiences as a sailor on various voyages across the world's oceans. The tales in the book are filled with adventure, danger, and excitement, and take the reader on a journey through different parts of the world. Coffin's vivid descriptions of life on board a ship, the storms, and the sea creatures encountered during his voyages, make for an engaging and captivating read.The book is divided into chapters, each containing a different story. Some of the stories include Coffin's encounters with pirates, his experiences in the Arctic, and his travels to exotic locations such as the South Pacific and the Caribbean. Throughout the book, Coffin's love for the sea and his respect for the power of nature are evident. An Old Sailor's Yarns: Tales Of Many Seas is a timeless classic that offers a glimpse into the life of a sailor in the late 19th century and is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history 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.
