Thornton Jenkins Hains provides a fascinating chronicle of the life and adventures of American sailors aboard the great cargo-carrying windjammers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From the wharves of San Francisco to the ports of Australia, from the treacherous storms in the Roaring Forties to the stifling heat of the equator, Hains vividly captures the drama, danger, and romance of a bygone era. This book is a captivating read for anyone interested in maritime history and adventure.

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