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A first-person memoir that recalls growing up in a New England whaling port, observing ship carpentry and the rhythms of the wharves, and roaming among hulks, oil barrels, and outfitting sheds. The narrative blends vivid local description with practical detail about ship repair and whaling operations and moves into accounts of voyages and boat work, including harpooning and lancing whales. Throughout, personal reminiscence emphasizes the camaraderie, hazards, and sensory life of seafaring communities without imposing a formal plot.

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Title: She Blows! And Sparm at That!

Author: William John Hopkins

Illustrator: Clifford W. Ashley

Release date: October 5, 2018 [eBook #58028]

Language: English

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