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Whispers of the Waves is a heartfelt, humorous, and unforgettable memoir of life at sea-told through the eyes of A.K. Girisam, a young marine engineer who stepped aboard his first ship with wide-eyed excitement, fierce determination, and absolutely no idea what was waiting for him beyond the horizon. What begins as a simple engineering job becomes a lifelong love affair with the ocean. Through storms, sunrises, engine-room battles, cultural collisions, and unforgettable friendships, Girisam discovers that sailing is far more than a profession-it's an adventure of the soul. With warmth and wit, he brings to life the chaos and charm of the Merchant Navy: the first shock of seasickness, the thrill of sailing with his wife for the first time, the unending pranks by mischievous crewmates, the strange superstitions of sailors, the loneliness that creeps in at 3 a.m., and the deep bonds formed between men who trust each other with their lives. Each chapter reveals a slice of shipboard life-from funny misunderstandings during safety drills, to tender moments under star-filled skies, to the quiet pride of watching a ship slice through a perfectly calm sea. Girisam writes with honesty, nostalgia, and gentle humor, painting a vivid portrait of a world most people never get to see. It is a book filled with true stories-some hilarious, some emotional, some spiritually uplifting-all bound together by one steady thread: a sailor's love for the sea. Readers will laugh at the author's early blunders, admire his courage during difficult voyages, relate to the universal emotions of homesickness and hope, and feel the innocence of a time before mobile phones, internet, and GPS changed sailing forever. Whether you are a seafarer, a retired mariner, a student dreaming of joining the Merchant Navy, or simply someone who enjoys real-life stories of struggle, success, and self-discovery, this book will touch your heart and leave you smiling long after the last page. Whispers of the Waves is not just a memoir-it is a tribute to sailors across the world, to families who wait ashore, and to the mighty ocean that shapes everyone it touches. Step aboard. Feel the salt on your skin. And listen-because the waves have stories to tell.

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A.K. Girisam, after graduation, joined the shipping profession and sailed as a Chief Engineer for three decades. Drawing on his rich experiences at sea and in college, he writes humorous and nostalgic memoirs about life's adventures, friendships, and travels. He is the author of Art of Bunking and Art of Sailing, sharing stories that celebrate youth, camaraderie, and the joys of exploration, both on land and at sea.

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