William Falconer
William Falconer was a Scottish epic poet concerned mainly with life at sea. He also compiled a dictionary of maritime terms.
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The shipwreck
"The Shipwreck" by William Falconer is a narrative poem written in the late 18th century. This work intricately explores themes of seafaring life, per...
By William Falconer
An Universal Dictionary of the Marine Or, a Copious Explanation of the Technical Terms and Phrases Employed in the Construction, Equipment, Furniture, Machinery, Movements, and Military Operations of a Ship. Illustrated With Variety of Original Designs of Shipping, in Different Situations; Together With Separate Views of Their Masts, Sails, Yards, and Rigging. to Which Is Annexed, a Translation of the French Sea-terms and Phrases, Collected from the Works of Mess. Du Hamel, Aubin, Saverien, &c.
"An Universal Dictionary of the Marine" by William Falconer is a comprehensive reference work that likely belongs to the mid-18th century. The book se...
By William Falconer