Sailor Talk
Sailor Talk

Author: Mary K. Bercaw Edwards

Publisher: Studies in Port and Maritime H

Published: 2021-03

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 1800859651

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This book investigates the highly engaging topic of the literary and cultural significance of 'sailor talk.' The central argument is that sailor talk offers a way of rethinking the figure of the nineteenth-century sailor and sailor-writer, whose language articulated the rich, layered, and complex culture of sailors in port and at sea. From this argument many other compelling threads emerge, including questions relating to the seafarer's multifaceted identity, maritime labor, questions of performativity, the ship as 'theater, ' the varied and multiple registers of 'sailor talk, ' and the foundational role of maritime language in the lives and works of Herman Melville, Joseph Conrad, and Jack London. The book also includes nods to James Fenimore Cooper, Rudyard Kipling, and Robert Louis Stevenson. Meticulous scholarly research underpins the close readings of literary texts and the scrupulously detailed biographical accounts of three major sailor-writers. The author's own lived experience as a seafarer adds a refreshingly materialist dimension to the subtle literary readings. The book represents a valuable addition to a growing scholarly and political interest in the sea and sea literature. By taking the sailor's viewpoint and listening to sailors' voices, the book also marks a clear intervention in this developing field.

Sailor Talk
Sailor Talk

Author: Mary K. Bercaw Edwards

Publisher: Liverpool University Press

Published: 2021-03-01

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 180085868X

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This book investigates the highly engaging topic of the literary and cultural significance of ‘sailor talk.’ The central argument is that sailor talk offers a way of rethinking the figure of the nineteenth-century sailor and sailor-writer, whose language articulated the rich, layered, and complex culture of sailors in port and at sea. From this argument many other compelling threads emerge, including questions relating to the seafarer’s multifaceted identity, maritime labor, questions of performativity, the ship as ‘theater,’ the varied and multiple registers of ‘sailor talk,’ and the foundational role of maritime language in the lives and works of Herman Melville, Joseph Conrad, and Jack London. The book also includes nods to James Fenimore Cooper, Rudyard Kipling, and Robert Louis Stevenson. Meticulous scholarly research underpins the close readings of literary texts and the scrupulously detailed biographical accounts of three major sailor-writers. The author’s own lived experience as a seafarer adds a refreshingly materialist dimension to the subtle literary readings. The book represents a valuable addition to a growing scholarly and political interest in the sea and sea literature. By taking the sailor’s viewpoint and listening to sailors’ voices, the book also marks a clear intervention in this developing field.

A Sailor's Tale
A Sailor's Tale

Author: E.G. ‘Lusko

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2019-05-03

Total Pages: 413

ISBN-13: 1796031402

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In 1888, a US Navy sailor begins writing letters to his niece. The letters tell her where he is and what ventures he has gotten himself into. His sailor letters are retrospective, written after things happen. He also must tell her how he got to the place in time he started writing. He is educated for the time, trained as a naval navigator, lighthouse repairman, and watch repairman. His language is as he would speak to his fellow crew—clipped, as sailors use few G sounds, and an apostrophe is used to indicate the word is shortened, as they do. He is honest and kind. He is well trained in sword fighting. His enlistment contract is not the standard form. His mother’s attorney wrote it. The fleet admiral approved it as he had served with the sailor’s uncle. His uncle was a noted ship navigator, shipmaster, an author of navy lore, and now provided ocean metrological data to the naval observatory. He has carried this on. His early experiences involve train travel to San Francisco. The ship charts the then Northwest Territory and the Alaskan coast. His group verifies charts of the Missouri River. Mostly, his ship supplies food provisions to navy frigates in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

Afloat at Last: A Sailor Boy's Log of His Life at Sea
Afloat at Last: A Sailor Boy's Log of His Life at Sea

Author: John C. Hutcheson

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13:

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In 'Afloat at Last: A Sailor Boy's Log of His Life at Sea' by John C. Hutcheson, readers are transported to a vivid world of nautical adventures through the first-hand account of a young sailor. Written in a charming and descriptive style, Hutcheson captures the essence of life at sea in the 19th century, depicting the challenges and triumphs of a sailor boy's journey. The book provides valuable insights into maritime history and the seafaring lifestyle, making it a valuable resource for those interested in maritime literature. The engaging narrative style and attention to detail bring the experiences of the sailor boy to life, making it a captivating read for both literary enthusiasts and history buffs alike. John C. Hutcheson, known for his work in maritime fiction, draws upon his own experiences at sea to create a compelling and authentic portrayal of life on the ocean. His passion for storytelling and dedication to preserving the seafaring traditions are evident in 'Afloat at Last,' adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. Hutcheson's expertise in maritime literature shines through in this book, making it a standout work in the genre. For readers seeking a captivating and informative read about life at sea in the 19th century, 'Afloat at Last' is a must-read. Hutcheson's detailed accounts and genuine storytelling make this book a valuable addition to any maritime library, offering a glimpse into the world of a sailor boy and his adventures on the open sea.

Turn the Ship Around!
Turn the Ship Around!

Author: L. David Marquet

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-05-16

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1101623691

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“One of the 12 best business books of all time…. Timeless principles of empowering leadership.” – USA Today "The best how-to manual anywhere for managers on delegating, training, and driving flawless execution.” —FORTUNE Since Turn the Ship Around! was published in 2013, hundreds of thousands of readers have been inspired by former Navy captain David Marquet’s true story. Many have applied his insights to their own organizations, creating workplaces where everyone takes responsibility for his or her actions, where followers grow to become leaders, and where happier teams drive dramatically better results. Marquet was a Naval Academy graduate and an experienced officer when selected for submarine command. Trained to give orders in the traditional model of “know all–tell all” leadership, he faced a new wrinkle when he was shifted to the Santa Fe, a nuclear-powered submarine. Facing the high-stress environment of a sub where there’s little margin for error, he was determined to reverse the trends he found on the Santa Fe: poor morale, poor performance, and the worst retention rate in the fleet. Almost immediately, Marquet ran into trouble when he unknowingly gave an impossible order, and his crew tried to follow it anyway. When he asked why, the answer was: “Because you told me to.” Marquet realized that while he had been trained for a different submarine, his crew had been trained to do what they were told—a deadly combination. That’s when Marquet flipped the leadership model on its head and pushed for leadership at every level. Turn the Ship Around! reveals how the Santa Fe skyrocketed from worst to first in the fleet by challenging the U.S. Navy’s traditional leader-follower approach. Struggling against his own instincts to take control, he instead achieved the vastly more powerful model of giving control to his subordinates, and creating leaders. Before long, each member of Marquet’s crew became a leader and assumed responsibility for everything he did, from clerical tasks to crucial combat decisions. The crew became completely engaged, contributing their full intellectual capacity every day. The Santa Fe set records for performance, morale, and retention. And over the next decade, a highly disproportionate number of the officers of the Santa Fe were selected to become submarine commanders. Whether you need a major change of course or just a tweak of the rudder, you can apply Marquet’s methods to turn your own ship around.