Books with title A Day in the Life of a Colonial Sea Captain

Describes the life of a Nantucket sea captain, how he came to be in command of a whaling ship, and how he and his crew hunted whales.

Describes a day in the life of a doctor in colonial Philadelphia, where he was trained, common ailments and how he treated them, and ways in which he tried to improve conditions for women, slaves, and others.

Describes the life of a blacksmith in colonial Maryland, including his daily work, some of the many things he made, and his importance to the town in which he worked.

Redding Book

Describes a day in the life of a colonial silversmith, what he made and how he made it, and his dealings with his apprentices and customers.

Presents a day in the life of South Carolinian Eliza Pinckney, who was unusual in that she was one of the few female plantation owners in colonial times.

Describes the life of a dressmaker in colonial Pennsylvania, including her daily work, some of the many things she made, and her importance to the town in which she worked.

Describes a typical day in the life of James Forten, who was born in Philadelphia to free black parents, learned to be a sailmaker, and later became a wealthy, respected businessman with his own shop.

Describes a day in the life of a colonial printer, the workings of a printing press, and how it was used to spread news.

This title covers the events, historical figures, and the daily life of a colonial soldier during the American Revolution.

Branse, J. L.

Describes a day in the life of a Connecticut miller during the Revolutionary War, how his gristmill operated, how he kept his tools clean, and what happened when British troops approached.