Publisher's Synopsis
""The Sea Made Men: The Story Of A Gloucester Lad"" by Roger W. Babson is a novel that tells the story of a young boy named John who grows up in the fishing town of Gloucester, Massachusetts. John's father is a fisherman, and he dreams of following in his footsteps and becoming a sailor. The book follows John's journey from his childhood to his adulthood, as he faces the challenges of life at sea and the harsh realities of the fishing industry. Along the way, John encounters a cast of colorful characters, including his fellow sailors, his family, and the women he loves. The novel is a gripping tale of adventure, love, and the indomitable spirit of the people who make their living on the sea. Babson's vivid prose transports readers to the rugged coast of New England and captures the essence of life in a fishing community. ""The Sea Made Men"" is a timeless classic that will appeal to anyone who loves stories of the sea and the men and women who brave its dangers.Memoirs Of A Young Massachusetts Sailor In The Early nineteenth Century.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.
