Twelve Hours On The Wreck: Or The Stranding Of The Sheffield (1844) - Paperback

Twelve Hours On The Wreck: Or The Stranding Of The Sheffield (1844) is a book written by Benjamin Clarke Cutler. The book is a detailed account of the stranding of the Sheffield, a ship that was wrecked off the coast of Cape Cod in 1838. The author provides a vivid description of the events that took place during the twelve hours that the ship was stranded on the rocks. The book is based on the author's personal experiences as he was one of the passengers on board the ship. Cutler describes the panic, fear, and confusion that the passengers and crew experienced during the ordeal. He also provides a detailed account of the rescue efforts and the heroic actions of the rescuers. The book is a gripping tale of survival and courage in the face of danger. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or adventure stories.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.