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Tm: Mediterranean Sea occupies that place in maritime life which it does in geography. Its as sociations are all of the earth and of worldly things you enter and leave it as if by a gate, between those Pillars of Hercules, beyond which all were unknown waters to the ancients. It has none of that grave, mysterious earnestness which belongs to the great ocean, with its protracted solitudes, its nameless conflicts, its dangers unforeseen. To the present day, in truth, the open main and this miniature remain in strong contrast as two sep arate schools of experience: for from the sunny rock of Gibraltar to the black and roaring Euxine, the Mediterranean mariner is at best but a coast er or ferryman, a child of luck or superstition, an animal at once simple and cunning - volupta ous like the Italian and Spaniard, or savage like the Greek, the Moor, and the Turk: in short, to use the graphic idiom of a nautical wit, your mariner is always next door to a marine. He still steers literally by the stars, without need of compass, quadrant, or chronometer, dodging from.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed fictional account of historical events concerning an English frigate and its crew, led by Captain James Grove, as they navigate the Mediterranean Sea during the Napoleonic war. The book provides a compelling blend of historical accuracy and literary craftsmanship that will captivate readers interested in this period. Through its characters, the book delves into the complexities of naval warfare in the Mediterranean, highlighting the geopolitical tensions and strategic importance of the region. The author explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and survival, bringing to life the challenges faced by those who sailed these waters during a time of great conflict. At the heart of this book lies the investigation of a rumored underwater hazard that threatens the safety of vessels. The crew's pursuit of this mystery is a testament to their determination and the risks they were willing to take in the name of duty. The book's insights into maritime dangers and the ever-changing nature of the sea offer a timeless perspective on the fragility of seafaring life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333809928_0
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