Two Years Before The Mast

Two Years Before the Mast

by Richard Henry Dana, Jr.

Two Years Before the Mast is a firsthand account of a young man's experiences as a sailor on a merchant ship in the 1830s. Richard Henry Dana Jr., a Harvard graduate, decided to go to sea for his health and embarked on a voyage from Boston to California and back. He details his experiences on board the ship, the challenges of the sea, the interactions with other sailors, and the stark realities of life at sea. The book offers a unique perspective on maritime life, capturing the arduous work, the dangers, the camaraderie, and the sheer beauty of the ocean.

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