The Whaling Journal of Captain W B Rhodes

By Captain W B Rhodes

A rare and gripping firsthand account of life aboard a whaling vessel in the 1830s. Captain W B Rhodes's journal covers the years 1836 to 1838, offering an intimate narrative of the hard, dangerous, and often brutal world of the 19th-century whalemen — their voyages, their work, and the seas they navigated.

An important piece of New Zealand and Pacific maritime history, and a compelling read for anyone interested in seafaring, exploration, or the history of the whaling industry.

Condition: Hardback with dust jacket in very good condition. Previous owner's name written on first page.