Publisher's Synopsis
Ned Myers Or A Life Before The Mast is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper. The book is a fictionalized account of the life of Ned Myers, a sailor who served in the United States Navy during the War of 1812. The story follows Myers from his childhood in New York City to his enlistment in the Navy at the age of 13. The narrative chronicles his experiences as a sailor, including his time aboard various ships and his involvement in several naval battles. Throughout the book, Cooper provides vivid descriptions of life at sea during the early 19th century, including the harsh living conditions, the dangers of naval warfare, and the unique camaraderie that develops among sailors. The book also explores themes of loyalty, duty, and patriotism, as Myers grapples with his commitment to his country and his desire for personal freedom.Ned Myers Or A Life Before The Mast is considered a classic of American literature and a seminal work in the genre of sea fiction. The book is notable for its realistic portrayal of life at sea and its exploration of the human experience in extreme conditions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, adventure stories, or the works of James Fenimore Cooper.I walked over the ground where the explosion took place. It was a dreadful sight; the dead being so mutilated that it was scarcely possible to tell their colour. I saw gun-barrels bent nearly double. I think we saw Sir Roger Sheafe, the British General, galloping across the field, by himself, a few minutes before the explosion. At all events, we saw a mounted officer, and fired at him. He galloped up to the government-house, dismounted, went in, remained a short time, and then galloped out of town.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
