Publisher's Synopsis
Etchings Of A Whaling Cruise is a book written by John Ross Browne in 1846. The book is a personal account of Browne's experiences during a whaling cruise in the mid-19th century. The book is divided into two parts - the first part describes Browne's journey on a whaling ship, where he provides vivid descriptions of the daily life of a whaler, the techniques used for hunting whales, and the dangerous encounters with these magnificent creatures. The second part of the book is about Browne's sojourn on the Island of Zanzibar, where he spent some time exploring the local culture and customs. This part of the book provides a fascinating insight into the way of life of the people of Zanzibar, their customs, and their beliefs. The book also includes a brief history of the whale fishery, which provides a historical context for the events described in the book. The book is illustrated with etchings by Browne himself, which add to the overall charm of the book. Overall, Etchings Of A Whaling Cruise is a captivating account of a bygone era, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of whaling and seafaring.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.
