Deep the Water, Shallow the Shore

by Roger D. Abrahams

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This volume surveys the importance of sea shanties in the Leeward and Windward Islands of the West Indies. In the first chapter the author surveys the documentary record of these work songs in the islands and throughout the maritime world. The balance of the book describes the use of shanties for fishing, whaling, and other work. The text includes lyrics and music for 45 songs.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0913372986

ISBN13:9780913372982

Release Date:January 2002

Publisher:Mystic Seaport Museum

Length:144 Pages

Weight:0.40 lbs.

Dimensions:0.3" x 5.6" x 8.4"

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Arts, Music & Photography Music Mythology Mythology & Folk Tales

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