Two Years Before The Mast By R.H. Dana

"Two Years Before the Mast" is a captivating memoir written by Richard Henry Dana Jr. The book recounts his two-year-long journey as a common seaman aboard a merchant ship that sailed from Boston to California in the 19th century. In this book, Dana offers vivid descriptions of the challenges, hardships, and adventures he encountered during his voyage, making it a remarkable tale of life at sea.