This vintage book is a collection of historical sailing stories and anecdotes, with details of excursions from American ports to a variety of far-off locations. These fascinating and authentic stories will appeal to anyone with an interest in historical sailing, and will also be of utility to modern sailors panning to traverse the routes described. Contents include: "In Forecastle--The Half Clipper 'Ariel'," "Boys' Duties in the Forecastle--At Ne York Loading for Liverpool," "The Passage to Liverpool--Jack Afloat and Ashore," "Crossing the Line--Fernando Norobna--The Malays," "Boat Towns on...