The Cruise Of The “Cachalot” – Frank T Bullen

Description

– Round The World After Sperm Whales –

A 1898 semi-autobiographical travel narrative by Frank T. Bullen that depicts a Whaling expedition from a seaman’s perspective. After its initial publication, the book sold well amongst readers, and was well liked. The work was included on a number of early 20th century primary and secondary school reading lists, and Rudyard Kipling’s letters include reference to having read the work in his childhood.

Price: R600.00

Edition: Second reprint

Published: 1901

Publishers: Macmillan & Company

Condition: Hardcover in fair condition with gold lettering on the cover and spine.  Scuff marks on the edges of the cover as well the spine. Ex-library with standard markings on the inside cover. Minor foxing throughout the book which is otherwise clean and still tightly bound.