Bøker av Thornton Jenkins Hains

This thrilling novel is set in the Bahamas in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of Bill, the mate of the Sea-Horse, a ship tasked with salvaging valuables from wrecked ships. Along the way, Bill encounters treacherous waters, ruthless competitors, and a beautiful woman who threatens to upend his life.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 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.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.

Thornton Jenkins Hains provides a fascinating chronicle of the life and adventures of American sailors aboard the great cargo-carrying windjammers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From the wharves of San Francisco to the ports of Australia, from the treacherous storms in the Roaring Forties to the stifling heat of the equator, Hains vividly captures the drama, danger, and romance of a bygone era. This book is a captivating read for anyone interested in maritime history and adventure.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 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.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.

'The Chief Mate's Yarns' is a collection of twelve thrilling tales of seafaring adventure by author Thornton Jenkins Hains. From shipwrecks to mutiny to encounters with pirates, these stories are full of danger, drama, and excitement. With a keen eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, Hains captures the spirit and allure of the sea like few others. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves nautical fiction or adventure stories.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 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.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.