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_aAdams, Robert C. _q(Robert Chamblet), _d1839-1892 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aOn Board the "Rocket" |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2020-12-29 | ||
| 508 | _aRichard Hulse, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) | ||
| 520 | _a"On Board the 'Rocket'" by Robert C. Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative chronicles the experiences of a ship's captain, exploring the dynamics of shipboard life and discipline during voyages to the East Indies. The book provides insights into the personal reflections of the captain as he navigates the challenges of managing a diverse crew, the harsh realities of maritime life, and the philosophies surrounding discipline and camaraderie at sea. The opening of the work introduces the ship "Rocket" and the preparations for its voyage, detailing the loading of various cargo and the selection of the crew. The captain encounters a mix of characters ranging from seasoned sailors to those who might struggle with the demands of life at sea. As the voyage begins, the ship faces the discomfort of rolling seas, the pangs of homesickness, and instances of crew misbehavior. The captain reflects on his methods of maintaining discipline, advocating for a compassionate rapport with his crew rather than one based on fear and violence, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the relationships and challenges that define life aboard the "Rocket". (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aSeafaring life | ||
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