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South America - The Last Time Around Cape Horn: The Historic 1949 Voyage of the Windjammer Pamir

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Book Synopsis: In 1949, a young Dartmouth student named William Stark left his study-abroad program in Zurich for a berth as an Ordinary Seaman on a Finnish windjammer that would carry 60,000 sacks of barley 12,000 miles in 128 days from Australia to Europe, around Cape Horn. This is Stark’s engrossing memoir of the end of a long tradition of young men going to sea in the Great Age of Sail, and the final rounding by a commercial sailing ship of fearsome Cape Horn—the veritable Mount Everest of sailing. Stark vividly chronicles the Pamir’s journey through the world’s stormiest seas as he worked brutal four-hour watches on decks awash with the huge swells of the Southern Ocean, and scrambled up ice-coated rigging to manhandle sails on masts that were up to twenty stories high. Stark experienced the shipboard life of the seventeenth century in 1949 on a vessel longer than a football field. Contrasting the romance and realities of life on the sea, and poignantly evoking the passionate love affair he left behind, Stark wrote a thrilling narrative that brings closure to the era of Cape Horn merchant sailors that began more than three centuries before. Pages of memorable photographs are included.

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Experience the captivating tale of William Stark's extraordinary journey in "The Last Time Around Cape Horn: The Historic 1949 Voyage of the Windjammer Pamir." This remarkable memoir takes you back to a time when young men embarked on grand adventures on the high seas. Join Stark as he sets sail on a Finnish windjammer, braving treacherous storms and the mighty Cape Horn. Immerse yourself in the thrill and danger of seafaring life in the Great Age of Sail.

From the moment you flip open the pages of this engrossing book, you'll be transported to a world where decks are awash with towering waves and icy rigging must be mastered. Stark's vivid descriptions will make you feel like you're right there with him as he battles the forces of nature. Picture yourself bracing against the wind on a ship longer than a football field, surrounded by the majestic beauty and unforgiving wrath of the Southern Ocean.

But beyond the exhilarating adventure, "The Last Time Around Cape Horn" delves into the human experience. Stark recounts his personal journey, from leaving behind a passionate love affair to facing the harsh realities of life at sea. This book is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a tribute to the brave souls who dedicated their lives to the Cape Horn merchant sailors' tradition.

To truly immerse yourself in Stark's incredible story, the book is accompanied by a collection of stunning photographs. Each image brings the narrative to life, allowing you to visualize the wonder and challenges faced during this historic voyage.

Don't miss the chance to embark on an unforgettable journey through time and sea. Grab your copy of "The Last Time Around Cape Horn: The Historic 1949 Voyage of the Windjammer Pamir" and experience the thrill and romance of a lost era. Click here to get your copy now!

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