02169cam a22003253u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000230011324500730013626400510020930000470026033600260030733700260033333800360035950000310039552012240042653400450165065300290169565300190172465300300174365300100177385600430178399900170182645033UtSlPG20260610134032.0mcr n260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aGC1 aWhymper, Frederick14aThe Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 4 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2014 a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats atextbtxt2rdacontent acomputerbc2rdamedia aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier aRelease date is 2014-02-27 a"The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 4" by F. Whymper is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores various maritime adventures, the evolution of sea travel, and the personal experiences of passengers aboard steamships traversing the Atlantic and beyond. The book likely delves into the technological advancements in ship design and navigation as well as the stories of those who ventured out to sea, showcasing the human spirit in the face of perilous voyages. At the start of the volume, the author discusses the transformation of travel over time, highlighting the Great Atlantic Ferry and its significance in modern transportation. Whymper reflects on notable literary references to sea voyages, contrasting past travel conditions with the more luxurious amenities of contemporary steamships. He vividly recounts the varied experiences of passengers, including the discomfort of steerage conditions compared to first-class accommodations. The opening sets a rich scene of life at sea while providing insights into the triumphs and tribulations faced by countless travelers navigating the vast ocean. (This is an automatically generated summary.) nOriginal publication data not identified aVoyages around the world aArctic regions aAdventure and adventurers aOcean40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45033 c85872d85872