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An epic journey through sea shanties, high tides and seven seas

From the international bestselling singer comes The Book of Sea Shanties.

The world sang in harmony with Nathan Evans, the Glaswegian postie turned singer of sea shanties. Join him as he takes you through time and seafaring history to discover the true meaning of Wellerman, and who and what exactly was the Drunken Sailor?

Featuring over 35 best loved shanties, Nathan will share the meaning behind each of his favourite shanties and show how they have shaped and inspired him. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it will also include original shanties and bonus content written exclusively for this book.

Whether you're young or old, gather around and discover the riotous world of sea shanties.

Praise for Nathan Evans:

A 'Sea Shanty sensation' Rolling Stone

'An artist who really lifts the mood when he performs' Daily Telegraph

'Too good to miss' Brian May, Daily Express

The Book of Sea Shanties

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      Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
      Publication Date: 14/10/2021
      ISBN13: 9781787399587, 978-1787399587
      ISBN10: 1787399583

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      An epic journey through sea shanties, high tides and seven seas

      From the international bestselling singer comes The Book of Sea Shanties.

      The world sang in harmony with Nathan Evans, the Glaswegian postie turned singer of sea shanties. Join him as he takes you through time and seafaring history to discover the true meaning of Wellerman, and who and what exactly was the Drunken Sailor?

      Featuring over 35 best loved shanties, Nathan will share the meaning behind each of his favourite shanties and show how they have shaped and inspired him. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it will also include original shanties and bonus content written exclusively for this book.

      Whether you're young or old, gather around and discover the riotous world of sea shanties.

      Praise for Nathan Evans:

      A 'Sea Shanty sensation' Rolling Stone

      'An artist who really lifts the mood when he performs' Daily Telegraph

      'Too good to miss' Brian May, Daily Express

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