Cruisings

Cruisings

Ned Buntline

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120184641
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Cruisings: Afloat And Ashore is a book written by Ned Buntline and originally published in 1851. The book is a collection of stories and experiences from Buntline’s travels on the water and on land. The book is divided into two parts: afloat and ashore. In the afloat section, Buntline describes his experiences on various ships and boats, including a whaling vessel, a pirate ship, and a steamboat. He recounts the dangers and adventures he encountered while at sea, including storms, shipwrecks, and encounters with sea monsters. In the ashore section, Buntline shares his experiences on land, including his travels through the American West and his encounters with Native American tribes. He also writes about his time in various cities, including New York, New Orleans, and Havana. Throughout the book, Buntline provides vivid descriptions of the places he visited and the people he met. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize his adventures. Overall, Cruisings: Afloat And Ashore is an exciting and adventurous book that provides a unique glimpse into the travels and experiences of a 19th-century adventurer.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.

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