Download or read book The Most Perfect Cruiser written by Stephen Chapin Kinnaman and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Most Perfect Cruiser is the story of how the Confederacy got to sea the most deadly of its raiders, the C.S.S. Alabama. It is both a complex and a human tale, one that occurred entirely outside of North America. We encounter the ambitions of the brilliant James Dunwoody Bulloch, the Confederate secret naval agent who brought Alabama into being thinking he would command her; and her resourceful captain, Raphael Semmes, whose previous success had already alarmed the North. As for the Alabama, she began her maiden voyage in the teeth of a rising gale, barely escaping the clutches of a Union warship and the belated efforts of British authorities to seize her. All of these threads culminated in a three-way rendezvous in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, where through a remarkable combination of luck, skill, and hard work, the South commissioned the most successful commerce raider the world has ever known. STEPHEN CHAPIN KINNAMAN is an offshore and marine technology professional with over thirty years of experience. He was born in 1950 and grew up in upstate New York and New Jersey. He and his wife, Maureen, currently reside in Chappell Hill, Texas. In preparation for writing The Most Perfect Cruiser, Stephen Chapin Kinnaman visited all the principal locations touched by Bulloch, Semmes, and Alabama, gaining a first-hand feel for the terrain which shaped Alabama's birth. Mr. Kinnaman was a director of the Mobile, Alabamabased C.S.S. Alabama Association, and as such was involved with aspects of the ongoing wreck recovery efforts in France. He participated in the Association's first field trip to Cherbourg during the summer of 1999. His nautical background and love of the sea has allowed him to craft a spirited account of the operational side of Alabama's creation which is so central to this book. Background Lines Plan (Courtesy Per Nordberg) Center Samuel Walters Painting of Alabama (Courtesy Vallejo Maritime Gallery, Newport Beach, California) James Dunwoody Bulloch Picture (Author's Collection)
Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation written by Steven B. Stern and published by Pelican Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-10-07 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An expert on cruises gives his advice. Packed with statistics, histories, lists, prices, and photographs, this guide delves into the details of more than 280 cruise ships. The pros and cons of voyages and ports of call are summarized with star evaluations and every detail is scrutinized. From shipboard menus and daily activity programs to physical details and recreation opportunities, every aspect of cruise vacations is weighed.
Download or read book Stern S Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2015 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-08-23 with total page 591 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This valuable guide assists you in selecting the ship best suited to your taste, advises you on how to prepare for your cruise, and explains what to expect once you are onboard. Stern discusses every major port of call worldwide, listing details on attractions, beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, sports, and other recreation. He also includes guidelines on how to make the most of an eight-hour stay in port.
Download or read book Stern S Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2017 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2016-09-22 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The extent of detail given . . . is good not only for the novice cruiser finding their way around . . . but also for the veteran cruiser who wants to know the latest about the newest ships" (CyberCruises.com). "This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of featuresmenus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise aficionado" (World of Cruising). "People who've never cruised beforeor those who have, but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new shipsneed to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it" (Chicago Tribune). "Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation is one of the most comprehensive authorities and a must-have for both the novice and the seasoned cruiser" (Porthole Magazine).
Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 20 21 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The extent of detail given . . . is good not only for the novice cruiser finding their way around . . . but also for the veteran cruiser who wants to know the latest about the newest ships.” “This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of features, menus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise aficionado” (World of Cruising). “People who’ve never cruised before or those who have but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new ships need to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it” (Chicago Tribune). “Stern’s Guide to the Cruise Vacation is one of the most comprehensive authorities and a must-have for both the novice and the seasoned cruiser” (Porthole Cruise Magazine).
Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1984-01 with total page 1420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book THE ALASKA ACCOUNT of John Muir Travels in Alaska The Cruise of the Corwin Stickeen Alaska Days with John Muir Illustrated written by John Muir and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-09 with total page 491 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ALASKA ACCOUNT of John Muir: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen & Alaska Days with John Muir, illustrated and collected into one volume, offers readers an immersive journey through the wilds of Alaska, as seen through the eyes of pioneering environmentalist John Muir and his colleague, S. Hall Young. This anthology stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and complexity of Alaskas natural landscapes, capturing not only the majestic vistas and formidable wilderness but also the philosophical and spiritual reflections these environments inspired. Through a blend of narrative travel writing, personal reflection, and natural history, the collection exhibits a range of literary styles, showcasing the profound influence Alaska had on conservationist thought and the American environmental movement at large. The backgrounds of John Muir, the father of America's national parks, and S. Hall Young, a missionary and explorer, provide a rich tapestry of perspectives that contribute to the depth of this collection. Their explorations during the late 19th century coincide with a burgeoning interest in natural preservation and a reappraisal of humanitys relationship with the natural world. By intertwining their experiences and insights, THE ALASKA ACCOUNT encapsulates a fascinating period in American history where adventure met scientific inquiry, setting the stage for future environmental advocacy and policy. This anthology is recommended for readers who seek to understand the roots of environmentalism, appreciate the sublime beauty of Alaska, and explore the philosophical underpinnings of conservation efforts. THE ALASKA ACCOUNT is not just a collection of travelogues; it is an invitation to witness the transformative power of nature through the pioneering journeys of Muir and Young. For students of environmental studies, history, and literature, as well as those moved by the call of the wild, this volume presents an unparalleled compendium of insights and experiences that continue to resonate with contemporary discussions about nature and humanitys place within it.
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Download or read book The Guardian of my Dream Tom Cruise written by Antonia Tomasino and published by Youcanprint. This book was released on 2014-06-19 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Antonia a simple provincial girl, positive, always with smile on your lips and sense of humor so much, with a million impossible dreams and many complex details from everyday life. That does not still knows nothing about life and was about to lose it for a stupid reason, and meanwhile she has walked on clouds, testing the impossible. To the point that one day takes a decision that usually does not belong, risking life. I slept for over two days, because of a combination of pills, as the doctor said. During these two days the impossible happened, the unimaginable. A guardian angel was next to she the whole time I was asleep, watching on she, making it possible for me to come back home, and allowing me live a fairy tale at the same time. My story, Antonia and Tommy.
Download or read book Kidnapped at Sea written by Andrew Sillen and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2024-10-08 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The true story of David Henry White, a free Black teenage sailor enslaved on the high seas during the Civil War, whose life story was falsely and intentionally appropriated to advance the Lost Cause trope of a contented slave, happy and safe in servility. David Henry White, a free Black teenage sailor from Lewes, Delaware, was kidnapped by Captain Raphael Semmes of the Confederate raider Alabama on October 9, 1862, from the Philadelphia-based packet ship Tonawanda. White remained captive on the Alabama for over 600 days, until he drowned during the Battle of Cherbourg on June 19, 1864. In a best-selling postwar memoir, Semmes falsely described White as a contented slave who remained loyal to the Confederacy. In Kidnapped at Sea, archaeologist Andrew Sillen uses a forensic approach to describe White's enslavement and demise and illustrates how White's actual life belies the Lost Cause narrative his captors sought to construct. Kidnapped at Sea is the first book to focus on White's actual life, rather than relying on Semmes and other secondary sources. Until now, Semmes's appropriation of White's life has escaped scrutiny, thereby demonstrating the challenges faced by disempowered, illiterate people—and how well-crafted, racist fabrications have become part of Civil War memory.
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Download or read book Stern S Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2018 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 670 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The extent of detail given . . . is good not only for the novice cruiser finding their way around . . . but also for the veteran cruiser who wants to know the latest about the newest ships (CyberCruises.com). This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of featuresmenus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise aficionado (World of Cruising). People whove never cruised beforeor those who have, but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new shipsneed to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it (Chicago Tribune). Sterns Guide to the Cruise Vacation is one of the most comprehensive authorities and a must-have for both the novice and the seasoned cruiser (Porthole Magazine).
Download or read book Stern s Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2018 2019 Edition written by Steven B. Stern and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-07-07 with total page 689 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of features, menus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise aficionado. (World of Cruising)"--Amazon.com
Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1988-01 with total page 1146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Service Afloat Or The Remarkable Career of the Confederate Cruisers Sumter and Alabama During the War Between the States written by Raphael Semmes and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 968 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Barney Blake the Boy Privateer or The Cruise of the Queer Fish written by Herrick Johnstone and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-05-19 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Barney Blake, the Boy Privateer; or, The Cruise of the Queer Fish" is a book centered on a sailor, Barney Blake, and his adventure on a vessel called "the Queer fish." This book covers all sorts of exciting adventures experienced by Blake, his triumphs, falls, and remarkable growth. It showcases the drive towards success even in the face of challenges or tribulations.
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