Description

“Sailing Alone Around the World” by Joshua Slocum is an impressive travel book written in the late 19th century. The story follows Slocum on his solo journey as he sails around the world on his boat, the “Spray.” The readers get to see the challenges, excitement, and beauty of the open sea through Slocum’s perspective, as well as his thoughts and feelings about sailing alone. In the beginning of the book, Slocum introduces himself, discussing his family’s history at sea and his experience as a sailor and captain. He talks about how he came to own and refurbish the “Spray.” As the story progresses, we learn about his preparations for his solo trip around the world, which is a mix of anticipation, fear, and contemplation about the ocean. The tone of the narrative is a blend of adventure and reflection, preparing us for an extraordinary journey filled with stories and experiences as he sails across the vast ocean by himself.