Two Years Before the Mast
Narrated by Robert G Slade
- Released
- February 11, 2022
- Length
- 17 hrs 26 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Naxos AudioBooks
Two Years Before the Mast is Richard Henry Dana Jr.'s compelling memoir detailing his experiences as a common sailor on a merchant ship in the early 1830s. Chronicling a transformative two-year voyage from Boston to California, Dana's account reveals the harsh realities of life at sea, the injustices faced by merchant seamen, and the vibrant culture of pre-Gold Rush California. Featuring a diverse array of characters and rich descriptions of the coastal landscape, this iconic maritime narrative has left a lasting impact on American literature, accompanied by Dana's reflective piece, Twenty-Four Years After, in this audiobook edition.
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