A Sailor Of Fortune : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432519148 : 143251914X : 10 Apr 2007 : ""A Sailor of Fortune: Personal Memoirs of Captain B. S. Osbon"" is a memoir written by Albert Bigelow Paine about the life of Captain Benjamin S. Osbon, a sailor who traveled the world and experienced many adventures. The book covers Osbon's early life, his time as a sailor in the American Civil War, his travels to exotic locations such as China and Japan, and his experiences as a captain of various ships. The memoir also includes personal anecdotes and insights into Osbon's character, including his bravery, resourcefulness, and determination. Overall, ""A Sailor of Fortune"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a 19th-century sailor and adventurer, as well as the challenges and rewards of a life at sea.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 im