“The Whalers' Song (I)”
Description
"There she lies there she lies Like an isle on the ocean's breast...." The crew spots a whale and pursues; they take the animal. They think about returning home to New England, and remind those who use the oil of the dangers whalers face
References
- Huntington-Whalemen, pp. 17-20, "The Whaler's Song" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #2001
- BI, SWMS017