Project Gutenberg 2012-04-01 Public domain in the USA. 1308 Whymper, Frederick The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 "The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1" by F. Whymper is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the various facets of the sea, including naval warfare and maritime life, interweaving stories of adventure, exploration, and notable events throughout history. It appeals to readers interested in naval history and the profound impact of the ocean on human endeavor. The opening of the text sets a grand tone, reflecting on the awe-inspiring nature of the sea while presenting it as both a nurturing and destructive force. It highlights the dualities of maritime life, portraying it as a pathway for commerce, exploration, and adventure, yet also fraught with peril. The narrative begins with the rich history of British naval ships, particularly the famed HMS Victory, and recounts significant naval battles, focusing especially on the periods of great conflict such as the Battle of Trafalgar. Whymper hints at the evolving dynamics of naval warfare as technology transitions from wooden ships to ironclad vessels, indicating a broader discussion on the sea's role in shaping human history and experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) file:///public/vhost/g/gutenberg/html/files/39341/39341-h/images/cover.jpg Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Voyages around the world Arctic regions Adventure and adventurers Ocean GC Text Travel Category: Adventure Category: History - British Category: History - Modern (1750+) Category: History - Warfare 1472014 2025-08-16T05:27:27.152114 text/html 1551762 2012-04-01T14:04:40 text/html 10668271 2025-08-16T05:27:50.232979 application/epub+zip 10696119 2025-08-16T05:27:32.870055 application/epub+zip 12488171 2012-04-01T14:05:52 application/pdf 541398 2025-08-16T05:27:28.379063 application/epub+zip 13340132 2025-08-16T05:28:00.893908 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 13192173 2025-08-16T05:27:45.872996 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 87505 2022-09-18T05:22:12.196857 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 981707 2025-08-16T05:27:24.881054 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 983651 2020-06-17T08:48:36 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 974974 2012-04-01T14:05:56 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 975059 2012-04-01T14:05:56 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 24447 2025-08-16T05:28:01.087918 application/rdf+xml 1066459 2012-04-01T14:05:56 application/prs.tei 31046 2025-08-16T05:27:28.560057 image/jpeg 4468 2025-08-16T05:27:28.471083 image/jpeg 387841 2020-06-17T08:48:36 application/octet-stream application/zip 385972 2012-05-25T11:05:38 application/octet-stream application/zip 10116750 2012-05-27T15:14:36 application/octet-stream application/zip 385717 2012-05-25T11:05:38 application/octet-stream application/zip 10217513 2025-08-16T05:27:27.560062 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog