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Mariner's Voyage, v. 2 (Paperback) Loot Price: R534
Discovery Miles 5 340
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Mariner's Voyage, v. 2 (Paperback): Raymond Solly

Mariner's Voyage, v. 2 (Paperback)

Raymond Solly

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Extract from Foreword by John F. Millican, Director, Warsash Maritime Academy, Southampton, UK...Dr. Solly has very cleverly woven together a social history of seafaring in the post-war years...you discover just how well the author ...has captured the experience of being at sea ...a wonderfully evocative read, and an important contribution to the history of the period. This story continues the adventures of Jonathan Caridia, the narrator in "Mariner's Launch", and shows his continued professional and social growth.Written in an eminently readable style which encourages empathy with the narrator, the reader shares Jonathan's pride at leaving behind his cadetship and experiences his uncertainties when he joins his first vessel as Third Navigating Officer. Jonathan impresses as a very real person encountering new challenges and some dramatic situations, which he handles responsibly and with increasing confidence. The reader learns how he confronts new challenges and handles his responsibilities, often conveying a laconic, dry sense of humour.Seafaring then was more leisurely than today, yet "Mariner's Voyage" is not only for veterans but is also a must for younger readers and all who enjoy rattling a good read. Seafarer's expectations today may have changed a little, although computerisation requires different skills, but going to sea will always be exciting. The sea remains a demanding and challenging taskmaster for those navigating vessels and does not suffer fools gladly. This true-to-life adventure story of a young man's development in his maritime career will ring true with many seafarers, being appreciated by veteran and young sailors alike. It also gives a detailed and enjoyable picture of the 'golden age of shipping' and will be of great appeal to all maritime enthusiasts and armchair sailors.

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Imprint: Whittles Publishing
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: December 2008
First published: December 2008
Editors: Raymond Solly (Dr)
Dimensions: 240 x 170 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback - Trade
Pages: 208
ISBN-13: 978-1-904445-50-0
Categories: Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Ships & shipping: general interest > General
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LSN: 1-904445-50-0
Barcode: 9781904445500

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