Author: Sprunt, James
Synopsis:
In "Derelicts: An Account of Ships Lost at Sea in General Commercial Traffic: And a Brief History of Blockade Runners Stranded Along the North Carolina Coast, 1861-1865," James Sprunt takes readers on a captivating journey through the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean during the American Civil War. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Sprunt recounts the harrowing tales of ships lost at sea and the daring blockade runners that met their fate along the North Carolina coast.
From the haunting stories of vessels swallowed by storms to the strategic attempts of blockade runners to evade Union forces, this book unveils the untold stories of maritime disasters and the individuals who risked their lives in the pursuit of profit or freedom. Sprunt's narrative not only sheds light on the perils faced by sailors and blockade runners but also provides a glimpse into the broader historical context of the Civil War and its impact on maritime trade.
Genres: Historical non-fiction, Maritime history, Military history
Themes: Perilous journeys, Human resilience, Economic impact of war, Naval warfare, Historical preservation
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