The Pirate: And The Three CuttersHenry G. Bohn, 1861 - 351 стор. |
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Сторінка 257 - It has been wisely fostered by our sovereigns, who have felt that the security of the kingdom, is increased by every man being more or less a sailor, or connected with the nautical profession.
Сторінка xiv - I, the slings of the main-yard. The lusty blows we dealt, were answered by corresponding crashes ; and at length, down fell the tremendous wreck over the larboard gunwale. The ship felt instant relief ; she righted, and we descended amidst the cheers, the applauses, the congratulations, and, I may add, the tears of gratitude, of most of our shipmates.
Сторінка xiv - ... climax of superiority which I had never dreamed of attaining. Seizing a sharp tomahawk, I made signs to the captain that I would attempt to cut away the wreck, follow me who dared. I mounted the weather-rigging ; five or six hardy seamen followed me : sailors will rarely refuse to follow where they find an officer to lead the way.
Сторінка xix - In 1837, the captain published "A Code of Signals for the Use of Vessels employed in the Merchant Service." That admirable invention is now in use in the royal and mercantile service, not only of this country but of foreign nations. He twice received the thanks of the Shipowners...
Сторінка 30 - Dispel this cloud, the light of heaven restore, Give me TO SEE, — and Ajax asks no more.