Length55m
About this audiobook
In "Greasy Luck: A Whaling Sketch Book," Gordon Grant artfully employs a blend of vivid illustrations and prose to capture the gritty essence of the whaling industry during the early 20th century. Through a series of sketches and anecdotes, Grant immerses readers in the perilous life at sea, revealing both the grandeur and the brutal realities of whaling. His keen observations and rich depictions highlight not only the physical challenges faced by whalers but also the emotional complexities and ethical dilemmas surrounding the industry, all framed within an engaging literary style that deftly balances humor and poignancy. Gordon Grant, a prominent American illustrator and author, drew from his own experiences at sea and an extensive background in art to create this compelling work. His insights into marine life and nautical themes are informed by his time spent aboard whaling ships, providing an authentic perspective that resonates throughout the sketches. Grant's fascination with the ocean and the whaling profession not only shaped his artistic vision but also compelled him to document this fading way of life with an eye for both spectacle and sympathy. "Greasy Luck" is a must-read for enthusiasts of maritime history, whaling lore, and American art. This book serves both as a beautiful artifact for collectors and a poignant reminder of a bygone era that challenges readers to reflect on humanity's relationship with nature. Its engaging narrative and remarkable illustrations will captivate those seeking to understand the complexities of the whaling industry while appreciating the artistry that emanates from it.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 24, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD
26GRUB
2SKETCHES
27“FRESH FISH FOR THE COOK TO SPOIL”
3FITTING OUT
28WHALES
4HOISTING TOPSAILS
29WHALES
5CHOOSING BOATS’ CREWS
30THE MASTHEAD
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6A HARANGUE FROM THE CAPTAIN
31LOWERING
7GETTING IN THE MAINSAIL
32A RACE UNDER SAIL
8STOWING THE OUTER JIB
33WAIFING
9A TYPICAL BOW
34“GOING ON”
10A TYPICAL STERN
35“GIVE IT TO HIM!”
11THE DECK
36SOUNDING
12THE WHALEBOAT
37A BREACH
13A BOAT ON THE CRANES
38A “CHAWED” BOAT
14SPARE BOATS
39“A NANTUCKET SLEIGH RIDE”
15HARPOONS
40LANCING
16THE WHEEL
41TOWING TO THE SHIP
17THE FOC’S’LE
42CUTTING-IN DIAGRAM
18THE WINDLASS
43REMOVING THE LOWER JAW OF A SPERM WHALE
19THE GALLEY
44THE JUNK
20TYPES
45CUTTING IN
21THE BLACKSMITH
46THE BLANKET PIECE COMING ABOARD
22THE COOPER
47LOWERING INTO THE HOLD
23GRINDING SPADES
48MINCING
24COILING LINE TUBS
49TRYING OUT
25TEN DOLLARS REWARD
50BAILING THE CASE
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