Sea Literature – Maritime – Nautical

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The sea has been more than just a scenic backdrop in Classic Literature… it has played the part of a character since the time of the Odyssey. The waves are part of what our myths and legends are made of.
American Sea Writing: A Literary Anthology

The sea has been more than just a scenic backdrop in Classic Literature. It has played the part of a character since the time of the Odyssey, and the waves are part of what our myths and legends are made of. As the waves take on almost human characteristics of vengeance and retribution, we seem to dream

By Land and By Sea
This book offers selections from many of London’s best-known works, which depict adventure in all of its various forms. The stories drive the reader to imagine other ways of living. The works include: “Valley of the Moon,” “John Barleycorn,” “Martin Eden,” “The Sea Wolf,” “Star Rover,” “The Iron Heel,” and other classic works, along with essays, short stories and journalism.