Publisher's Synopsis
Fore and Aft: Or Leaves From The Life Of An Old Sailor is a memoir written by Webfoot, a pseudonym for an anonymous sailor, and published in 1871. The book provides a detailed account of the life of a sailor during the 19th century, including his experiences on various ships, his interactions with fellow crew members, and his adventures at sea. The author also discusses the hardships of life at sea, including storms, shipwrecks, and encounters with pirates. Throughout the book, Webfoot shares his personal reflections on life, death, and the meaning of existence, as well as his observations on the changing world around him. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a sailor during a time when the world was rapidly changing, and it provides valuable insights into the challenges and joys of a life at sea.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.
