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Joshua Slocum
Joshua Slocum penned the classic account of his solo circumnavigation, Sailing Alone Around the World. This true adventure story is a must-read for anyone who loves tales of the sea and human endurance.
Voyage of the Liberdade
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Frequently asked questions
Is Voyage of the Liberdade a true story?
This book is a firsthand account of Captain Joshua Slocum's real-life journey with his family after their ship was wrecked off the coast of Brazil, detailing the construction of their new vessel and their subsequent voyage home.
How does this book relate to Slocum's other famous work?
Voyage of the Liberdade predates Slocum's more famous solo circumnavigation, offering an earlier glimpse into his seafaring life and ingenuity, particularly in how he built a new vessel from salvaged materials.