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In The Track Of The Trades; The Account Of A Fourteen Thousand Mile Yachting Cruise To The Hawaiis, Marquesas, Societies, Samoas And Fijis
In The Track Of The Trades; The Account Of A Fourteen Thousand Mile Yachting Cruise To The Hawaiis, Marquesas, Societies, Samoas And Fijis
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In The Track of the Trades is Lewis R. Freeman s vivid account of a 14,000-mile yachting cruise through the heart of the Pacific a Hawaii travel memoir that reads like an expeditionary novel. From the sun-drenched reefs of the Society Islands to the volcanic shores of the Marquesas, from serene Samoas yachting trip harbors to the lush Fijis nautical adventure, Freeman chronicles a tropical island cruise that blends precise seamanship with lyrical observation. This maritime travel narrative records encounters with island cultures, storm-wrenched nights, and the daily rhythms of life aboard a small yacht on an oceanic voyage experience few will forget.
Historically significant and delightfully immediate, Freeman s travelogue captures the early 20th-century spirit of exploration and the transition from Victorian travel to modern adventure writing. His keen eye for detail and warm humanity make this a compelling Pacific islands exploration classic and an essential read for sailors, armchair voyagers, and collectors alike.
Key selling points: This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure. Perfect for fans of 14,000-mile sailing expedition narratives, yachting cruise adventure seekers, and anyone drawn to the romance of oceanic discovery.
Product details
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Languages:
- Original: English
- Number of Pages:
- 254
- Publisher:
- Alpha Edition
- Publication Date:
- 2025-11-01
- ISBN / EAN:
- 9789371776974
- Weight:
- 418 g
- Dimensions:
- 15/23/2 cm
- GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
- [email protected]
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