Excerpt from A Cadet of the Black Star Line
Midway of the bridge was the wheel-house, in which a rugged quartermaster seemed to be playing with the spokes set round a small brass rim while he kept his eyes on the swaying compass card before him. The huge liner responded like a well-bitted horse to the touch of the bridle rein, for the power of steam had been set at work to move the ponderous rud der, an eighth of a mile away.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. In this compelling tale set in the early 1900s, a young man named David Downes embarks on a journey as a cadet on the magnificent RMS Roanoke, where his romantic illusions of seafaring quickly collide with the realities of life aboard a steam-powered behemoth. The author weaves a gripping narrative that transports readers to a bygone era of transatlantic travel, where the clash between old-world traditions and modern technology plays out vividly. David's experiences, both thrilling and disheartening, offer a unique perspective on the changing landscape of seafaring and the sacrifices and triumphs that define the human spirit. Ultimately, this story illuminates the enduring power of courage, determination, and the timeless allure of the sea. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332728947_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332728947
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