Joshua Slocum

Sailing Alone Around the World

Sprachen: Englisch. 22,9 cm / 15,2 cm / 0,8 cm ( B/H/T )
Buch (Softcover), 140 Seiten
EAN 9788027381210
Veröffentlicht Mai 2023
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In "Sailing Alone Around the World," Joshua Slocum crafts a compelling narrative of his solo circumnavigation of the globe, capturing the sublime beauty and perilous challenges of oceanic travel. Written in a vivid, engaging style, the book intricately weaves the personal and the universal, detailing not only the physical journey but also the profound solitude and introspection that arises from life at sea. Slocum's adept use of descriptive language and his keen observations evoke the majestic but often cruel nature of the ocean, situating his work within the larger canon of adventure literature and the turn-of-the-century exploration that reflects a broader cultural fascination with individualism and the unknown. Joshua Slocum, a skilled sailor and seasoned adventurer, became the first person to sail solo around the world, a feat that embodies the spirit of exploration prevalent in the late 19th century. His maritime career was shaped by years at sea, bringing both technical expertise and an introspective lens to his writing. Slocum's love for sailing and adventure, combined with a desire to document his journey, propelled him to pen this remarkable account, bridging the gap between travelogue and memoir. For readers who revel in tales of adventure, self-discovery, and the grandeur of the natural world, "Sailing Alone Around the World" is an essential read that transcends its historical context. With its profound philosophical insights and vivid storytelling, Slocum's account invites readers to ponder their own paths of exploration, making it a timeless classic in the genre of maritime literature.

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