Shanties from the Seven Seas


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This book contains not only more than 400 sea shanties but as much of their history as Stan Hugill could collect in his extraordinary career as sailor, scholar, author, artist and inspiration to new generations of sea-music enthusiasts and performers.




The Book of Sea Shanties


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Shanties from the Seven Seas


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This book contains not only more than 400 sea shanties but as much of their history as Stan Hugill could collect in his extraordinary career as sailor, scholar, author, artist, and inspiration to new generations of sea-music enthusiasts and performers.




Sea Shanties


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A rousing collection of the most memorable and feel-good shanties in maritime history.




The Shanty Book


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Shelters, Shacks, and Shanties


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Written and illustrated in 1914 by one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America, this primer contains detailed directions for constructing a wide range of shelters--including a complete log cabin. 338 illustrations.




Boxing the Compass: A Century and a Half of Discourse about Sailor's Chanties


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How do we know what we know about chanties? Beginning with the earliest sources, this book traces the history of writing about chanties, creating an indispensible guide to the primary authors and sources through a century and a half of chanty literature.







The Book of Sea Shanties


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An epic journey through sea shanties, high tides and seven seas From the international bestselling singer comes The Book of Sea Shanties. The world sang in harmony with Nathan Evans, the Glaswegian postie turned singer of sea shanties. Join him as he takes you through time and seafaring history to discover the true meaning of Wellerman, and who and what exactly was the Drunken Sailor? Featuring over 35 best loved shanties, Nathan will share the meaning behind each of his favourite shanties and show how they have shaped and inspired him. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it will also include original shanties and bonus content written exclusively for this book. Whether you're young or old, gather around and discover the riotous world of sea shanties. Praise for Nathan Evans: A 'Sea Shanty sensation' Rolling Stone 'An artist who really lifts the mood when he performs' Daily Telegraph 'Too good to miss' Brian May, Daily Express




Ballads and Songs of the Shanty-boy


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