Albert Bigelow Paine, Thomas Fogarty

The Ship-Dwellers

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Produktbeschreibung

All aboard for a delightful voyage! "The Ship Dwellers: A Story of a Happy Cruise" by Albert Bigelow Paine recounts a memorable journey through the Middle East. This engaging autobiography chronicles the author's experiences and observations while traveling by ship. With a keen eye for detail and a generous dose of humor, Paine captures the essence of a cruise gone right. Readers will be transported to exotic locales and introduced to the unique rhythms of life at sea. This classic travelogue offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of leisurely exploration and cultural discovery. A testament to the joys of travel, "The Ship Dwellers" remains a charming and insightful read, offering both entertainment and a historical perspective on Middle Eastern travel and maritime adventures. Prepare to be captivated by this tale of camaraderie, discovery, and the simple pleasures of life on the open water. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 282
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 399g
• ISBN-13: 9781023294867
• ISBN-10: 1023294869
• Artikelnr.: 74122954

Autorenporträt

Albert Bigelow Paine (1861-1937) was an esteemed American author and biographer best known for his comprehensive work as the literary executor for Mark Twain. Paine's adept literary craftsmanship spanned genres including fiction, humor, and biography, with his contributions extending into children's literature as well. Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, he later moved to New York and became a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Paine's narrative artistry is vividly showcased in 'The Ship-Dwellers' (1910), a delightful recounting of his experiences aboard the famed floating university, the S.S. Minneapolis. The work offers readers a blend of travelogue and documentary, perceived through Paine's distinctive humor and insightful observations. His engaging narrative style captures the nuances of early 20th-century travel and adds depth with cultural context, aligning him with the tradition of American realist authors. Paine's expertise in detailing the lived experiences reflects his overall literary prowess, earning him a notable place in the tapestry of American literature. In addition to his own writing, Paine's dedication to preserving Twain's legacy through careful documentation and editing of Twain's autobiographical manuscripts solidified his reputation as a revered figure in the literary canon.