Whaling Captain's Life: The Exciting True Account of Henry Acton for His Son, William

A complete reproduction of the rare 1838 edition—reprinted for the first time in over one hundred years.
This little volume was originally penned by a whaling captain for his son. Irresistibly collectable, this edition—featuring 112 original black-and-white plates—retains all the charm of the original, including descriptions of successful voyages, whale hunting advice and sailing superstitions.