Captain Moses Rich Colman was a renowned Master Mariner from Scituate, Massachusetts, who lived from 1807 to 1872. This book, titled ""Captain Moses Rich Colman, Master Mariner, Scituate, Massachusetts 1807-1872: Letters Of A Yankee Clipper Ship Captain"" is a collection of letters written by Captain Colman during his voyages on Yankee Clipper ships. The book is edited and compiled by Addie Cushing Colman, who is the great-granddaughter of Captain Colman. Through these letters, readers are taken on a journey across the oceans, as Captain Colman describes his experiences and observations of life at sea. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including the weather, ship operations, navigation, and the daily life of sailors on board. Captain Colman also writes about his encounters with people from different cultures and backgrounds, as well as his interactions with other ships and sailors. The book provides a unique insight into the life of a Master Mariner during the mid-19th century, and the challenges and rewards of sailing on Yankee Clipper ships. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in maritime history, or for those who simply enjoy reading about the adventures of seafarers.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.