Description: Captain Charles Hervey Townsend: Self-Portrait Of An American Packet Ship Sailor is a memoir written by Charles Hervey Townsend, an American sailor who served as a captain on various packet ships during the mid-19th century. In this book, Townsend provides an account of his life and experiences at sea, including his early years as a cabin boy, his rise through the ranks, and his eventual command of several notable vessels.Throughout the book, Townsend offers a firsthand perspective on the challenges and rewards of life as a packet ship sailor during a time of great technological and economic change. He describes the various ports of call he visited, the dangers he encountered, and the camaraderie he shared with his fellow sailors. He also reflects on the impact of the Civil War on the shipping industry and the changes it brought about.In addition to his personal anecdotes, Townsend provides a wealth of historical and technical information about packet ships, including their construction, navigation, and cargo. He also offers insight into the social and cultural milieu of the era, including the role of women in maritime life and the attitudes of sailors toward race and ethnicity.Overall, Captain Charles Hervey Townsend: Self-Portrait Of An American Packet Ship Sailor is an engaging and informative memoir that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in American history. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in maritime history, 19th-century America, or the experiences of sailors at sea.Townsend�������s Self-Portrait Was Derived From His Letters, Which Spanned His Career At Sea, 1848-1871, The Zenith Of The American Sailing Merchant Marine.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.
