Books on Topic: 'Sailing'

A fatherless boy joins the crew of a whaling ship in order to earn a living for himself and his mother. Beyond being a fascinating depiction of a now-...

LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 different recordings of Sea Fever by John Masefield. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 16t...

Stanton H. King was from Barbados and followed his brothers to sea at the age of twelve in 1880. He spent only twelve years at sea for reasons given i...

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 H...

In the midst of a treacherous sea voyage, a second mate aboard the clipper ship 'Pirate' witnesses a series of harrowing events: a murdered captain, a...

'Piloting Directions for the Gulf of Finland' by John William Norie is a historical maritime reference book that provides detailed sailing instruction...

This book recounts the true story of Alexander Selkirk, a Scottish sailor who found himself stranded on a deserted island in the Juan Fernández archip...

This collection of short stories transports readers to the era of grand sea voyages, where mystery and romance intertwine amidst the vast expanse of t...

This volume explores the multifaceted relationship between Canada and its waterways. It delves into the history of watercraft, from the indigenous can...

Where Go the Boats, by Robert Louis Stevenson, is a whimsical and imaginative poem that captures the wonder and curiosity of childhood. The poem follo...

"Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" is a beloved children's poem that captures the magical world of a child's imagination. The poem tells the story of three li...

The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes follows the adventures of three brothers, Dick, Tom, and Sam, as they explore the Great Lakes region. They face chal...

'Songs of Sea and Sail' is a collection of poems by Thomas Fleming Day, a pioneering figure in American sailing. Day, known for his contributions to t...

This book recounts the personal experiences of Anna Brassey and her family during an extensive voyage around the world in the late 19th century. Throu...

This biographical novel chronicles the life of Captain John Crane, a young man who, driven by a passion for the sea, embarked on a remarkable journey...

Pee-Wee Harris Adrift is a classic children's adventure novel by Percy Keese Fitzhugh. The book follows the misadventures of Pee-Wee Harris, a lovable...

This 1880 issue of Harper's Young People, a weekly publication for children, offers a diverse collection of content. It features serialized and stand-...

Edward Frederick Knight, a British barrister and amateur sailor, recounts his journey to South America aboard his tiny yacht, the Falcon. The book det...

“On” is a collection of essays and short writings by Hilaire Belloc, covering a wide range of subjects. His writing style is witty, insightful, and of...

This volume of Harper's Young People, published in 1880, is a treasure trove of stories and articles designed to engage young minds. It offers a blend...

Harper's Young People, a weekly publication for children, presents a diverse range of content in its 28th issue from May 11th, 1880. The publication c...

Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 31, is a fascinating snapshot of 19th-century children's literature. Published on June 1st, 1880, this issue off...

''Twixt Land and Sea' by Joseph Conrad is a collection of three gripping and suspenseful tales that center around sea captains navigating both the per...

The Rover Boys Winning A Fortune is an exciting adventure story that follows the Rover brothers as they try to solve a robbery at their father's offic...