Harry The Whaler (1879) - Sargent, George E.
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Harry The Whaler is a novel written by George E. Sargent and published in 1879. The story follows the adventures of Harry, a young man who sets out to become a whaler in the 19th century. Harry is determined to make a name for himself in the dangerous and lucrative industry of whaling, despite the risks and challenges he faces.The novel is set in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a major whaling port in the 1800s. Harry joins the crew of the whaling ship, the Sea Queen, and sets sail for the open seas. Along the way, he learns about the harsh realities of life at sea, the dangers of hunting whales,…mehr

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Harry The Whaler is a novel written by George E. Sargent and published in 1879. The story follows the adventures of Harry, a young man who sets out to become a whaler in the 19th century. Harry is determined to make a name for himself in the dangerous and lucrative industry of whaling, despite the risks and challenges he faces.The novel is set in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a major whaling port in the 1800s. Harry joins the crew of the whaling ship, the Sea Queen, and sets sail for the open seas. Along the way, he learns about the harsh realities of life at sea, the dangers of hunting whales, and the camaraderie that develops among the crew.As the story unfolds, Harry faces a series of challenges and setbacks, including a devastating shipwreck and a mutiny among the crew. But he also experiences moments of triumph and adventure, such as when he successfully harpoons a massive sperm whale.Throughout the novel, Sargent provides a vivid and detailed portrait of the whaling industry, from the grueling work of hunting and processing whales to the complex social and economic forces that drove the industry. He also explores themes of courage, perseverance, and the bonds that develop between men in the face of adversity.Overall, Harry The Whaler is a thrilling and engaging adventure story that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.