Swallowing the Anchor: Being a Revised and Enlarged Collection of Notes Made by
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Swallowing the Anchor: Being a Revised and Enlarged Collection of Notes Made by. Through these revised and enlarged notes, the author provides a unique window into the professional and personal life of a mariner during the early 20th collection delves into the technicalities of the engine room, the social structures of the crew, and the literary passions that sustain a sailor during long voyages. Swallowing the Anchor by William McFee Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description "Swallowing the Anchor" is an insightful and witty collection of essays and reflections penned by a seasoned engineer in the merchant service. The work follows the author as he takes a leave of absence from his ship to investigate the perceived virtues of life on land, contrasting the stability of the shore with the unpredictable rhythms of the sea. Through these revised and enlarged notes, the author provides a unique window into the professional and personal life of a mariner during the early 20th collection delves into the technicalities of the engine room, the social structures of the crew, and the literary passions that sustain a sailor during long voyages. With a blend of humor and philosophical depth, "Swallowing the Anchor" explores the cultural identity of the maritime worker and the shifting landscapes of global commerce and travel. It serves as an evocative meditation on the transition from the maritime world to a sedentary existence, offering a rich perspective on the human condition and the enduring allure of the ocean. This work is a significant contribution to maritime literature, capturing the essence of an era through the eyes of one who lived it in the heart of the work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Details ISBN 1026021359 ISBN-13 9781026021354 Title Swallowing the Anchor Author William McFee Format Hardcover Year 2026 Pages 342 Publisher Tradd Street Press GEItemID:178620735; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
