Publisher's Synopsis
""The Cruise of the Cachalot"" is a memoir written by Frank T. Bullen, first published in 1898. The book details Bullen's experiences as a crew member aboard the whaling ship Cachalot, sailing from New Bedford, Massachusetts to the South Pacific in search of sperm whales. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of life aboard the ship, including the grueling work of hunting and processing whales, the dangers of navigating treacherous waters, and the camaraderie and conflicts among the crew. Bullen also shares his observations of the natural world, from the behavior of whales to the stunning beauty of the ocean and its inhabitants. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century whaling, as well as a compelling adventure story.So as MY money was all gone, I was hungry for a ship; and when a long, keen-looking man with a goat-like beard, and mouth stained with dry tobacco-juice, hailed me one afternoon at the street- corner, I answered very promptly, scenting a berth. ""Lookin' fer a ship, stranger?"" said he. ""Yes; do you want a hand?"" said I, anxiously.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.
