Ocean Echoes: An Autobiography (1922)

Ocean Echoes: An Autobiography (1922) is a memoir written by Arthur Mason, detailing his life and experiences as a sailor and ocean explorer. The book begins with Mason's childhood in England and his early fascination with the sea, which led him to pursue a career as a sailor. Mason recounts his many voyages across the world's oceans, including his time as a member of the British Navy during World War I. Throughout the book, Mason describes the challenges and dangers of life at sea, from storms and shipwrecks to encounters with pirates and hostile natives. He also shares his observations on the natural world, including the diverse marine life he encountered on his travels. In addition to his adventures at sea, Mason provides insight into the social and political climate of the early 20th century, including his views on imperialism and the role of the British Empire in shaping global affairs. Overall, Ocean Echoes offers a vivid and engaging portrait of a life lived on the high seas, as well as a unique perspective on the history and culture of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.