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'David Baboulene is a seriously funny man with a great gift for storytelling' --Spirit Fm
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`... plenty to laugh at.'
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Well I did laugh out loud at many parts of this book, 24 years at sea from the Lowest deck rating to chief Officer I did recognise certain situations and characters but come on, I think their was a bit of'Gilding the Lily' here (for example the Bulk carriers incident).
An OK read I suppose, but some of it a bit far fetched.
An OK read I suppose, but some of it a bit far fetched.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a very entertaining book for anyone, but for a seaman who knew the traditional British Merchant Navy in the days of its swansong, it is also powerfully evocative.
'Jumping Ships' and its prequel, 'Ocean Boulevard', are pacy, witty, fun books which use some wonderful imagery to recreate a fascinating world which became extinct in the early `eighties. They both made me laugh out loud at times, and brought a lump to my throat at others.
As one who has not only read both books but was also there, I can both recommend them as a highly entertaining read and assure the doubter that they are a lot closer to the truth than many may believe!
You won't regret buying these books.
'Jumping Ships' and its prequel, 'Ocean Boulevard', are pacy, witty, fun books which use some wonderful imagery to recreate a fascinating world which became extinct in the early `eighties. They both made me laugh out loud at times, and brought a lump to my throat at others.
As one who has not only read both books but was also there, I can both recommend them as a highly entertaining read and assure the doubter that they are a lot closer to the truth than many may believe!
You won't regret buying these books.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having read Ocean Boulevard and loved it - I read Jumping Ships and loved it even more! David Baboulene has a knack of making you really feel part of the adventure in a way even Bill Bryson can't always manage.
I was genuinely sad when it was over and can't wait for the third instalment. Cracking stuff.
(A word of caution: Reading this in a public place will get you funny looks during the 'laugh out loud' bits - and there are plenty!)
I was genuinely sad when it was over and can't wait for the third instalment. Cracking stuff.
(A word of caution: Reading this in a public place will get you funny looks during the 'laugh out loud' bits - and there are plenty!)
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carry on windy
Utter drivel. I some points I felt like I was reading a carry on film. The stories are about believable as any of the 5 star reviews for this book. Read more
Published 3 months ago by mr R, farmer
Another great read !
I've often found that the second book or movie is never as good as the first, but this book is just as good, if not better. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nick_M
JUMPING SHIPS
As ex cadet I have never in 35 years at sea known cadets or a shipping company that
would would let you get away with the things David Baboulene writes about. Read more
would would let you get away with the things David Baboulene writes about. Read more
Published 8 months ago by COMMANDER
Hilarious
Along with Ocean Boulevard, these books are the funniest books I've ever read.
The price makes it a must read.
The price makes it a must read.
Published 8 months ago by Father Jack
If you don't chuckle at this book, see your doctor.
If you are asthmatic make sure your nebuliser is close at hand, as this book is screamingly hilarious. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mr. Christopher Sleeman
Tells it as it really was but with bells on!
Another excellent and hilarious episode in the sea going life of Windy. Those who were not at sea, especially in the 60s & 70s, will find it hard to believe that we got up to such... Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. S. Stocking
Fantastic book
I'm going off to maritime college in September to start a cadetship and I found this book really funny and interesting. Would recommend it without hesitation.
Published 13 months ago by Alexander Foster
Great read
This is a great read, and is ideal for holiday time. David has a convivial style of writing that is very friendly and low key and makes for an easy read. Read more
Published 14 months ago by writer christopher
Did he ever work?
I was very disappointed with this book. Having been a deck apprentice myself I wanted to read about the life twenty years after I went to sea. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Rev Rod
Fun, different, hilarious...
Well, Im not a teenage boy, but I think this book is perfect! Global escapism with wonderful use of English. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2009 by LessIsMore
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