To be taken into account were some years of schooling, where I studied…

Joshua Slocum
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To be taken into account were some years of schooling, where I studied with diligence Neptune's laws, and these laws I tried to obey when I sailed overseas; it was worth the while. ✨ Joshua Slocum, Applewood Books (CRT) (2006). Sailing Alone Around the World, p.280, Applewood Books
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Remember, Lord, my ship is small and thy sea is so wide! ✨ Joshua Slocum, Applewood Books (CRT) (2006). Sailing Alone Around the World, p.98, Applewood Books
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To be taken into account were some years of schooling, where I studied with diligence Neptune's laws, and these laws I tried to obey when I sailed overseas; it was worth the while. ✨ Joshua Slocum, Applewood Books (CRT) (2006). Sailing Alone Around the World, p.280, Applewood Books

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