Stories of the Ships - (Mint Editions) by Lewis R Freeman (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>In 1925, Lewis R Freeman became a correspondent for the United States Navy Fleet, living and working among them. Traveling all around the Pacific Ocean, Freeman observed both the environment and his fellow travelers. Separated into three sections, <i>Stories of the Ships</i> is a collection of narratives about this time in Freeman's life, depicting firsthand experiences and retelling the accounts and tales of the men that served in the Navy around this time. The first section, titled, <i> Stories of the Ships</i> introduces Freeman's background as a correspondent and discusses the temperament of the sailors. This section also includes the tale of an old ship that sailed through most of the seven seas--the Cornwall. The next section, <i>Life in the Fleet</i> chronicles Freeman's day-to-day adventures, explaining his routines, responsibilities, and revealing his conversations with the crew members and captains. With nine chapters, this section contains the most stories and is the largest section of the book. Finally, the last section before the endnotes, <i>America Arrives, </i> examines the relationship between America and other countries such as France and Britain through the conversations and attitudes of the sailors from those other countries. Freeman recounts several discussions where he was referred to being unlike other Americans. With these three sections and the endnotes, <i>Stories of the Ships</i> provides a thorough account of the many years Lewis R. Freeman spent as a correspondent. </p> <p>Through the depiction of real-life conversations and experiences collected around the globe, <i>Stories of the Ships</i> by Lewis R. Freeman is a fascinating narrative that gives modern day audiences an intimate and authentic perspective on nautical life. With the focus on the United States Navy Fleet, Freeman provides privileged information on the innerworkings of the U.S Navy during the 20th century. </p> <p>This edition of <i>Stories of the Ships</i> by Lewis R. Freeman features a striking new cover design and is printed in a modern and readable font. With these accommodations, <i>Stories of the Ships</i> is restored to modern standards, while preserving the original mastery of Lewis R. Freeman. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p><b>While serving as a correspondent to the U.S Navy Fleet, adventurer Lewis R. Freeman traveled the world and gathered firsthand tales about the sailors he worked with. </b> <i>Stories of the Ships, </i> written by the respected American explorer, Lewis R. Freeman, is a collection of nautical narratives that Freeman witnessed while working for the United States Navy. </p>
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