From Otago Settlers Museum

Kia ora Chris,
Thank you for your enquiry. Unfortunately, we do not hold a copy of this book [Reed].

I recommend you enquire directly with the National Library via the link you sent below:

Alternatively, you may wish to try the Dunedin Public Library.

Others have also attempted to research the shanty’s background and origins, e.g.:

* The Wellerman – Amersham’s unexpected link to whaling and the social media craze for sea shanties, by Alison Bailey
* The harsh history behind the internet's favorite sea shanty, by Chris Taylor
* Wellerman sea shanty a global hit, by Molly Houseman

I hope this information is helpful. Good luck with your research.

Nga mihi,
Jenny Chen ??? | she/her | Kairokiroki / Archivist
Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
Te Kaunihera a-Rohe o Otepoti / Dunedin City Council

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