The Whaleman's Adventures In The Southern Ocean: As Gathered By Henry T. Cheever, On The Homeward Cruise Of The Commodore Preble (1862)

The Whaleman's Adventures in the Southern Ocean is a historical book written by Henry Theodore Cheever in 1862. The book recounts the experiences of a group of whale hunters as they journey through the treacherous waters of the Southern Ocean. Cheever gathered the stories during the homeward cruise of the Commodore Preble, a whaling ship that sailed from New Bedford, Massachusetts.The book provides a vivid description of the whale hunting industry during the 19th century, including the techniques used by the whalers to capture the massive sea creatures. Cheever also delves into the dangers and challenges of life at sea, including storms, disease, and the constant threat of attack by pirates.The Whaleman's Adventures in the Southern Ocean is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in maritime history, whaling, or adventure stories. Cheever's writing style is engaging and descriptive, bringing to life the experiences of the whale hunters and the harsh realities of life at sea. The book offers a unique insight into a bygone era and is a valuable addition to any history buff's library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.