Sea Shanties

The Lyrics and History of Sailor Songs

Karen Dolby, Gabriella Nemeth (Editor)

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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
06 April 2022

Songbooks; Maritime history

Sea shanties are enjoying a huge resurgence in recent months, and given their history and purpose, it is hardly surprising. Composed and performed by sailors on sailing ships to ensure the rhythmic operation of the hauling and heaving that was a mainstay of a lot of their work aboard these huge merchant vessels, they were also about camaraderie, positivity and motivation. Life as sea was harsh and relentless, and these songs injected some much-needed humour into maritime life.

The words and fascinating history of some of the best-loved shanties, dating back as early as the seventeenth century, are brought to life in this wonderful collection.

By: Karen Dolby
Edited by: Gabriella Nemeth (Editor)
Imprint: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 265g
ISBN: 9781789293760
ISBN 10: 1789293766
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 06 April 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Karen Dolby is a freelance editor and writer. Among her books are Auld Lang Syne, The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II and The Wicked Wit of Princess Margaret, all published by Michael O'Mara Books. She lives and writes in south London.