Isbn: 9780243369867 - Die Schwarzhäupter Von Riga (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts a Baltic Sea voyage taken by a group of German sailors in the 1820s, their adventures along the way, and their experiences in the port cities they visited including Copenhagen, Saint Petersburg, Riga, and multiple ports in Prussia. The author provides a highly detailed account of early 19th century seafaring life including a vivid depiction of the harsh conditions endured by sailors of the time. Beyond the nautical details, the author's descriptions of the cities visited make the book an interesting read for those interested in history, travel writing, and the era in general. The author's keen eye and meticulous observations offer readers a fascinating look at a time and place very different from today's world. Scholars of history and the general public alike will find much to relish in these pages. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…