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Ships, Swindlers, and Scalded Hogs

The Rise and Fall of the Crooker Shipyard in Bath, Maine

by Frederic B. Hill ...

Brothers William Donnell Crooker and Charles Crooker were among the most prominent mid-nineteenth-century shipbuilders in Bath, Maine, itself one of the most prominent shipbuilding cities in the world during that time. This colorful history of the Crookers' company by the great-great grandson of William Donnell provides a thorough overview of a family, its contributions to shipbuilding, and the ... Read more

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Brothers William Donnell Crooker and Charles Crooker were among the most prominent mid-nineteenth-century shipbuilders in Bath, Maine, itself one of the most prominent shipbuilding cities in the world during that time. This colorful history of the Crookers' company by the great-great grandson of William Donnell provides a thorough overview of a family, its contributions to shipbuilding, and the
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Flick of Sunshine

The Remarkable Shipwrecked, Marooned, Maritime Adventures, and Tragic Fate of an American Original

by Alexander Jackson Hill, Frederic B. Hill, Frederick B. Hill ...

The true and remarkable life of Richard Willis (Will) Jackson, an intrepid seaman from one of the leading shipbuilding families in 19th century Maine, whose exploits and adventures in the oceans of the world would rival characters straight out of the lives and imaginations of Joseph Conrad and Jack London. Will Jackson survived a harrowing shipwreck in the Marshall Islands, being washed overboard ... Read more

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The true and remarkable life of Richard Willis (Will) Jackson, an intrepid seaman from one of the leading shipbuilding families in 19th century Maine, whose exploits and adventures in the oceans of the world would rival characters straight out of the lives and imaginations of Joseph Conrad and Jack London. Will Jackson survived a harrowing shipwreck in the Marshall Islands, being washed overboard
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Twenty years at sea: Leaves from my old log-books

Enriched edition. A Sailor's Tale of Oceanic Escapades and Seafaring Adventures

by Frederic Stanhope Hill, Alicia Stevens ...

In "Twenty Years at Sea: Leaves from My Old Log-Books," Frederic Stanhope Hill invites readers into a vivid tapestry of maritime adventure woven from his extensive experiences at sea. The book adopts a reflective yet engaging literary style, expertly blending firsthand narrative with rich descriptions that highlight the beauty and perils of the ocean. Offering insights into life aboard various ... Read more

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In "Twenty Years at Sea: Leaves from My Old Log-Books," Frederic Stanhope Hill invites readers into a vivid tapestry of maritime adventure woven from his extensive experiences at sea. The book adopts a reflective yet engaging literary style, expertly blending firsthand narrative with rich descriptions that highlight the beauty and perils of the ocean. Offering insights into life aboard various
... Read more
The Life of Kings

The Baltimore Sun and the Golden Age of the American Newspaper

Edited by Frederic B Hill, Stephens Broening ...

In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO's The Wire, and renowned political ... Read more

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In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO's The Wire, and renowned political
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The Life of Kings

The Baltimore Sun and the Golden Age of the American Newspaper

Edited by Frederic B. Hill, Stephens Broening ...

In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO’s The Wire, and renowned political ... Read more

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In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO’s The Wire, and renowned political
... Read more
Twenty Years at Sea: Leaves From my Old Log-books

by Frederic Stanhope Hill ...

In the old days, fifty years ago, when I first went to sea, it was the custom in fine weather, in most ships, after supper had been leisurely discussed and pipes lighted, for both watches to gather on the forecastle deck to listen to the yarns of some old tar, or to join in one of the many ballads with a rattling chorus, in which the exploits of Dick Turpin, Claude Duval, or some other dashing ... Read more

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In the old days, fifty years ago, when I first went to sea, it was the custom in fine weather, in most ships, after supper had been leisurely discussed and pipes lighted, for both watches to gather on the forecastle deck to listen to the yarns of some old tar, or to join in one of the many ballads with a rattling chorus, in which the exploits of Dick Turpin, Claude Duval, or some other dashing
... Read more
TWENTY YEARS AT SEA LEAVES FROM MY OLD LOG-BOOKS

by FREDERIC STANHOPE HILL ...

In the old days, fifty years ago, when I first went to sea, it was the custom in fine weather, in most ships, after supper had been leisurely discussed and pipes lighted, for both watches to gather on the forecastle deck to listen to the yarns of some old tar, or to join in one of the many ballads with a rattling chorus, in which the exploits of Dick Turpin, Claude Duval, or some other dashing ... Read more

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In the old days, fifty years ago, when I first went to sea, it was the custom in fine weather, in most ships, after supper had been leisurely discussed and pipes lighted, for both watches to gather on the forecastle deck to listen to the yarns of some old tar, or to join in one of the many ballads with a rattling chorus, in which the exploits of Dick Turpin, Claude Duval, or some other dashing
... Read more
Beyond the Tides

Classic Tales of Richard M. Hallet

Edited by Frederic B. Hill ...

Before passing up a career in law for the writing life, Richard Matthews Hallett lived an exciting life of adventure, that included a stint as a police officer, and as a seaman aboard a schooner bound for Australia. He then trekked across that country and lived by his wits in England for a time before returning to the States. Later, he was a deck officer on warships convoying soldiers and horses ... Read more

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Before passing up a career in law for the writing life, Richard Matthews Hallett lived an exciting life of adventure, that included a stint as a police officer, and as a seaman aboard a schooner bound for Australia. He then trekked across that country and lived by his wits in England for a time before returning to the States. Later, he was a deck officer on warships convoying soldiers and horses
... Read more
40 Must-Read Civil War Novels

The Red Badge of Courage, With Lee in Virginia, A Daughter of the Union, The Border Spy, The Lost Dispatch, On the Plantation, Who Goes There?

by Stephen Crane, John William De Forest, María Ruiz de Burton, B. K. Benson, G. A. Henty, James Grant, Ambrose Bierce, Joseph Alexander Altsheler, Mary Johnston, Harry Hazelton, Annie Randall White, Moyle Sherer, George W. Peck, Randall Parrish, John R. Musick, Robert W. Chambers, Washington Cable, Henry F. Keenan, Natalie Sumner Lincoln, John McElroy, Charles Carleton Coffin, Lucy Foster Madison, Edward Everett Hale, Francis Hopkinson Smith, Edward Payson Roe, Margaret Hill McCarter, Frederic W. Loring, James Lane Allen, Justin H. McCarthy, Mary Jane Holmes, Joel Chandler Harris, Harold Frederic, Thomas Wentworth Higginson ...

40 Must-Read Civil War Novels is an enriching anthology that masterfully curates a broad panorama of literary expressions themed around the American Civil War. This collection captures the raw essence, enduring tensions, and diverse perspectives of one of America's most tumultuous periods. From harrowing battlefield depictions to intimate familial sagas, the anthology spans a range of styles ... Read more

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40 Must-Read Civil War Novels is an enriching anthology that masterfully curates a broad panorama of literary expressions themed around the American Civil War. This collection captures the raw essence, enduring tensions, and diverse perspectives of one of America's most tumultuous periods. From harrowing battlefield depictions to intimate familial sagas, the anthology spans a range of styles
... Read more
America Divided: 40 Civil War Novels

The Blue and the Gray, The Guns of Bull Run, Cease Firing, Family Pride, Brother Against Brother, The Red Mist, Who Would Have Thought It, Love Across the Borders

by Ambrose Bierce, Joseph Alexander Altsheler, Mary Johnston, Stephen Crane, John William De Forest, María Ruiz de Burton, B. K. Benson, G. A. Henty, James Grant, Harry Hazelton, Annie Randall White, Moyle Sherer, George W. Peck, Randall Parrish, John R. Musick, Robert W. Chambers, Washington Cable, Henry F. Keenan, Natalie Sumner Lincoln, John McElroy, Charles Carleton Coffin, Lucy Foster Madison, Edward Everett Hale, Francis Hopkinson Smith, Edward Payson Roe, Margaret Hill McCarter, Frederic W. Loring, James Lane Allen, Justin H. McCarthy, Mary Jane Holmes, Joel Chandler Harris, Harold Frederic, Thomas Wentworth Higginson ...

'America Divided: 40 Civil War Novels' stands as a monumental anthology capturing the complex and multifaceted narratives of the American Civil War. The anthology not only emphasizes the devastating impact of the war but also its profound implications for American identity and culture. From heart-wrenching accounts of personal sacrifice and harrowing tales of battlefield valor, to the poignant ... Read more

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'America Divided: 40 Civil War Novels' stands as a monumental anthology capturing the complex and multifaceted narratives of the American Civil War. The anthology not only emphasizes the devastating impact of the war but also its profound implications for American identity and culture. From heart-wrenching accounts of personal sacrifice and harrowing tales of battlefield valor, to the poignant
... Read more

The First Tycoon (Pulitzer Prize Winner)

The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt

by T.J. Stiles ...

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism.In this groundbreaking biography, T.J. Stiles tells the dramatic story of Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt, the combative man and American icon who, through his genius and force of will, did more than ... Read more

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PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism.In this groundbreaking biography, T.J. Stiles tells the dramatic story of Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt, the combative man and American icon who, through his genius and force of will, did more than
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Complete Works of Jack London (Illustrated)

by Jack London, Delphi Classics ...

Series Book 12 - Delphi Series One
America’s beloved storyteller Jack London was a pioneer of commercial magazine fiction, winning worldwide celebrity status through famous novels such as ‘The Call of the Wild’ and ‘White Fang’, inspiring readers across the world with tales of the Klondike Gold Rush. London was also a master of the short story, whose tour de force “To Build a Fire” provides a stunning depiction of humankind’s ... Read more

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America’s beloved storyteller Jack London was a pioneer of commercial magazine fiction, winning worldwide celebrity status through famous novels such as ‘The Call of the Wild’ and ‘White Fang’, inspiring readers across the world with tales of the Klondike Gold Rush. London was also a master of the short story, whose tour de force “To Build a Fire” provides a stunning depiction of humankind’s
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