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Deck 13 is the hidden deck on most cruise ships — a number often avoided due to superstition. But on our Deck 13, we go where no one else goes. We uncover the untold truths of life at sea through real stories from real people who have lived them.

Samuel Leech provides a fascinating account of life as a sailor in the War of 1812 and through early 19th century. It is a remarkable account of a man who, until the conflict with the USS United States, had fought British Navy but after that battle changed allegiance to the United States and continued sailing with her navy for a further four years. A perfect addition to any sailor's library, A Voice from the Main Deck is a vivid account of life at sea in the early 19th century.

Against the backdrop of the extraordinary history of Great Lakes shipping, Too Much Sea for Their Decks chronicles shipwrecked schooners, wooden freighters, early steel-hulled steamers, whalebacks, and bulk carriers all lost in the frigid waters of Lake Superior. Arranged chronologically and presented in three sections covering Minnesota's North Shore, Isle Royale, and the three biggest storms in Minnesota's Great Lakes history, each shipwreck documented within provides a piece to the history of shipping on Lake Superior.

Deck the Halls": A Journey Through History and Holiday Cheer "Deck the Halls" is one of the most enduring and joyous songs of the holiday season. With its lively melody, timeless refrain of “fa-la-la,” and festive lyrics celebrating yuletide traditions, it has become a cornerstone of Christmas music. But the origins of this beloved carol are as rich and layered as the holiday season itself. Rooted in Welsh folk music and transformed by English-language adaptations, “Deck the Halls” is a fascinating blend of cultural history and seasonal cheer. The journey of "Deck the Halls" begins not...

Dive into the captivating world of Charles A. Siringo, an American lawman, detective, and pioneering figure for the Pinkerton National Detective Agency in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. After embarking on numerous cattle drives, Siringo traded in his saddle for a quieter life in Caldwell, Kansas, where he married in 1884 and opened a merchant business. It was here that he penned his groundbreaking work, A Texas Cowboy; Or Fifteen Years on the Hurricane Deck of a Spanish Pony. This remarkable book, published to widespread acclaim, offers an authentic glimpse into the life of a cowboy ...

Inspectah Deck: Wu-Tang Clan’s Lyrical Architect & Hip-Hop IconDiscover the legacy of Inspectah Deck, a founding member of Wu-Tang Clan. From Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) to Czarface, explore his intricate lyricism, classic verses, and lasting influence on hip-hop culture.

Orphaned at five, nothing held Whidden back from embarking on sea life seven years later. Serving as an apprentice, he quickly proved his worth and earned himself a mate's position by his early 20s. Graduating to third, second, and first office, he ended his career in command of, and having part-ownership of, his own vessel. Ocean Life in the Old Sailing Ship Days records a series of real events from his childhood impressions of rough and ready seamen to his thrilling and brutal experiences of war.