The Cruise of the Steam Yacht North Star

The Cruise of the Steam Yacht North Star

John Overton Choules

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Literatura de viajes
ISBN:
9781142303617
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Embark on a captivating journey with 'The Cruise of the Steam Yacht North Star,' a vivid travelogue penned by John Overton Choules. This meticulously recounted voyage offers readers a unique glimpse into 19th-century maritime travel. Choules’ narrative transports you aboard the luxurious steam yacht ’North Star,’ as it traverses the seas, visiting exotic locales and encountering diverse cultures. More than just a travel narrative, this book is a historical document, providing insight into the opulence and adventure of yachting in a bygone era. Experience the thrill of discovery and the charm of a world seen through the eyes of a seasoned traveler. This book is a treasure for history enthusiasts and armchair travelers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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