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This timeless tale captures the spirit of resilience and the...20378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-chapter-10--70051230https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70051230Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:38:47 +0000Joseph HergesheimerJava Head transports you to the vibrant world of the American merchant marine at the dawn of the great clipper ship era. Set in the bustling port city of Salem, rich with East Indies trade, this novel weaves a tale filled with fiery ship captains,...2020adventure,clippers,culture,history,maritime,merchant,opium,romance,salem,tradefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-chapter-9--70051222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70051222Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:38:43 +0000Joseph HergesheimerJava Head transports you to the vibrant world of the American merchant marine at the dawn of the great clipper ship era. 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