Amylet book series is a popular fantasy series written by the renowned author J.K. Rowling. The series consists of seven books that follow the journey of the protagonist Amylet as she discovers her magical powers and battles against the dark wizard, Voldemont. The first book in the series, "Amylet and the Philosopher's Stone", introduces Amylet and her entrance into the magical world. She attends the Amylet School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where she learns about her unique abilities and the dangers that lie ahead.
Sea witch clipper ship
The famous clipper ship, Sea Witch , was built by Smith & Dimon in their yards at the foot of Fourth Street, New York City in the year 1846. Her plans were drawn by J. W. Griffiths for her owners Howland and Aspinwall, merchants and ship operators of New York. Griffiths was the first marine architect to employ testing models and other scientific principles in ship designing and his Sea Witch design was a drastic innovation in line and construction.
The Sea Witch was launched on December 8, 1846, and soon became famous for her record runs to and from China. There is no doubt that the Sea Witch was the fastest vessel afloat at the time of her launching. Authorities differ in deciding which was the first clipper ship, but some experts give the Sea Witch the distinction of being the first true clipper.
She was small, overall length 192' with 43' beam and 908 tons, compared to the 2000 ton clippers which were built in later years. In spite of her comparatively smaller spars and sails she established records which have never been beaten by ships under sail. It has often been said that her lines were never improved upon in clippers which folowed but their lines were merely enlargements and variations of the famous Sea Witch design.
Captain Robert Waterman commanded the Sea Witch on most of her record breaking runs. He was famous for his shrewd and skillful piloting which pushed his ship to new and almost unbelievable records. From the day of her launching until the untimely wreck on a ledge off the coast of Cuba in 1856, the Sea Witch consistently established new records. Her two fastest runs from Canton, China to New York stand this day as all time records for sailing vessels. She was famous for fast runs to California too, being the first ship to sail from New York to San Francisco, 'round the horn, in less than one hundred days.
Our Model
The Sea Witch is a miniature of the original ship which has been built from scaled-down plans based on the original design. The hull has dull black topsides and antiqued copper-green bottom which simulate the corrosive action of the salt water on the copper bottom. The deck houses are white with blue tops and other fittings include detailed hatches, ship boats, water casks and other fine deck details. The base is mahogany with brass finished nameplates on each side of the name block.
Clipper ship Sea Witch
A lthough it wasn’t the first clipper ship to be designed and built in New York, Sea Witch is one of the ships that marks the advent of the great clipper ship era in America. During a relatively short period of time, from the mid 1840s to perhaps a decade later, the rise of naval design, as evidenced in the design of clipper ships, transformed American shipping, propelling American ship design into world preeminence.
All of this primarily occurred in just two places: Boston and New York. In Boston Donald McCay was making a name for himself with ships like Stag Hound, Sovereign of the Seas, Westward Ho and, of course, the great Flying Cloud. In New York John Willis Griffiths, was perhaps the first to approach the subject of ship design with a mathematical scientific approach, as evidenced by his design of Sea Witch.
Griffiths’ radicalized ship design by rejecting the prevailing concept of “a cod’s head, mackerel tail” shape of a ship that the British used for genrations, excellent for cargo-carrying but deficient in speed.
Griffiths’ design hollowed out the bows, narrowed the stern and had fine runs aft; his ships would be fast. The first of these ships, Rainbow, was built for the China trade. The owners delayed Rainbow’s completion for more than a year, beleiving it would be a disaster.
Rainbow was launched in 1845, departed for China and returned to New York in a record time of seven months, 17 days for the round trip.
It was Griffiths next design, Sea Witch, that cemented his reputation. Built in 1846, Sea Witch, was the gold standard of the clipper ship era. Designed to carry porcelain and tea, Sea Witch was 192 feet LOA with a 43-foot beam and a main mast 140 feet tall.
In March of 1849 Sea Witch, with Capt. Robert Waterman in command, sailed into New York from Hong Kong two weeks before it was expected. A 14,000-nautical mile passage in 74 days and 14 hours, a record so substantial it was only eclipsed by a multihull sailboat in 2003.
It was just one of many fast passages. Sea Witch went on to earn its owners substantial profit.
When gold was discovered in California, Sea Witch established the short-lived record from New York to San Francisco of 97 days, the first vessel to do so in less than 100 days. In 1854, that record was beaten by Flying Cloud, which made the passage in 89 days, 8 hours.
By the end of the 1850s, Sea Witch was consigned to carrying steerage passengers from China to Cuba. The clipper ran aground off Havana in 1856.
Let’s join Captain Waterman for a noon sight aboard Sea Witch. It is February10 (use the 2022 almanac) and Sea Witch is bound for New York. The height of eye is 20 feet and Waterman is taking an upper limb sight of the sun as it crosses his meridian. The DR puts the ship at S 25° 22’ by W 18° 25’. The Hs of the sun is 79° 18’.
A. What is the time of meridian passage?
B. What is the Ho?
C. What is the latitude?
Answers:
A. Meridian passage is 13:27:40 GMT
B. Ho is 78° 57.4’
C. Latitude is S 25° 17.3’
Sea witch clipper ship
The Sea Witch was one of the earliest and most famous clipper ships, built in 1846, New York. Designed for quick passage the clipper ships sleek hulls knifed through the oceans at record breaking speeds laden with perishable cargoes.
Acres of sail caught the wind and drove some of the clippers faster than many of the steam and diesel ships of today.
Sailing her maiden voyage to China from New York she set her first of many records.
Sea Witch broke that record by making the return voyage from China to New York in only 74 days and 14 hours, an impressive record that was never beaten by a merchant sailing ship.
By 1850 the California gold rush was in high gear as busy trade from east to west coast became ever more important. Sea Witch changed routes and began sailing from New York to San Francisco. She set yet another record of making the trip in less than 100 days.
After only three years she returned to her original China route. After several years of record breaking voyages the crew mutinied in 1855. Sea Witch completed her voyage to China but struck a reef off the coast of Cuba on her return. Heavy seas battered the hull to pieces after only 10 years of service.
Shown here is but one example of many of the clipper ships that have been custom built, repaired and restored by Master Model Builders with more than 35 years experience.
This model is dry rigged as she was originally for maximum detailed view of intricacy and quality of rigging workmanship.
She has a solid wood hull which has been painted with a high quality copper paint, a less expensive alternative to copper planking.
A custom Cherry wood case was built to prevent harm and ensure lasting beauty. Vertical stiles are made of aluminum and painted copper to match the hull work. Includes an engraved brass nameplate. Ship is mounted on a matching wood keel support and secured to the base.
Woods are hand rubbed with numerous coats of sealer and fine natural oils for a radiant finish. Enclosure of durable, shatter resistant Optix. Ideal illumination from above utilizing low voltage halogen light with 110 volt on/off switch cord. Large back panel opens for easy model access.
When completing restoration work we retain as much of the original model as possible. Creating seamless repairs to existing woods, replacing yards and masts as needed and then staining to match. Rigging lines are replaced with high quality waxed line to ensure long term accurate tension.
27" long x 11" deep x 21" tall
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One of our restored antique Seawitch models with custom case made of Mahogany and exotic Wenge. Includes overhead no heat lighting, easy open back panel and intricate base supports with small display shelf.
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She attends the Amylet School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where she learns about her unique abilities and the dangers that lie ahead. Throughout the series, Amylet faces numerous challenges and encounters various magical creatures, including trolls, dragons, and dementors. She makes lifelong friendships with other students, such as Ron and Hermione, who help her along the way.
As the series progresses, the stakes become higher, and Amylet realizes she plays a crucial role in a prophecy that could bring about the downfall of Voldemont. She must gather her allies and prepare for a climactic battle against evil forces. The Amylet book series has captivated readers of all ages with its intricate storytelling, rich world-building, and memorable characters. It explores themes of friendship, bravery, and the power of love. With its mix of adventure, mystery, and magic, the series has become a phenomenon in the literary world, inspiring movies, merchandise, and a strong fandom. Overall, the Amylet book series is a beloved franchise that has left a lasting impact on popular culture. Its compelling narrative and universal themes have made it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers around the globe..
Reviews for "The Gift of Imagination: How the Amylet Book Series Inspires Creativity in Readers"
1. Emily - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with the Amylet book series. The characters felt so underdeveloped and I couldn't connect with any of them. The plot was also very predictable and lacked any originality. The writing style was mediocre at best, with awkward dialogue and repetitive descriptions. Overall, I found it to be a forgettable series that didn't live up to the hype.
2. John - 1/5 - I couldn't even make it through the first book of the Amylet series. The story was slow-paced and uninteresting. The world-building was poorly executed, leaving me confused and uninvested in the plot. The characters were flat and lacked any depth, making it impossible to care about their journey. I highly recommend skipping this series and finding something more engaging to read.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - I wanted to like the Amylet book series, but it just wasn't my cup of tea. The writing was overly flowery and descriptive, often dragging out mundane details. The pacing was off, with long stretches of nothing happening and then sudden rushed action scenes. The plot didn't captivate me and I struggled to stay engaged. It's possible that fans of slow fantasy reads may enjoy it, but I found it to be a dull and tedious series.
4. Alex - 2/5 - The Amylet book series had so much potential, but it fell flat for me. The characters lacked depth and their actions didn't always make sense. The world-building was confusing and left me with more questions than answers. The pacing was inconsistent, with some parts dragging on and others rushing through important events. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating and unsatisfying series that didn't deliver on its promises.