A Day in the Life of a Colonial Sea Captain

by J. L. Branse

Overview

Captain Charles Burke would say that some men are made for the sea. An important part of colonial life, whale hunting provided for many of the necessities of the colonial age. Fortunes could be made and lives could be lost at sea. In this book, Burke and his men struggle against the elements to return to port—their hunt a success.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780823958214
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2001
Series:	Library of Living and Working in Colonial Times Series
Edition description:	1ST
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	7.62(w) x 7.12(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	5 - 10 Years

Editorial Reviews

Book Review— "A good book about one facet of colonial life in America." —San Diego City Schools Series Review— "This series will appeal to newly independent readers and will be helpful for beginning research projects." —Library Talk

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