Traditional fishing boat were used for war and trade. Some ancient vessels were propelled by either oars or sail, depending on the speed and direction of the wind (see trireme and bireme). The Chinese were using sails around 3000 BC, of a type that can still be seen on traditional fishing boats sailing off the coast of Vietnam in Ha Long Bay. A jangada is an elegant planked fishing boat used in northern Brazil. It has been claimed the jangada dates back to ancient Greek time. It uses a triangular (lateen) sail, which allows it to sail against the wind. A felucca is
The Wizard of the Nile None of Herbert's later shows would achieve as much international success. Daniels played Kibosh, the Persian Magician. His phrase, "Am I a wiz?" became a popular expression. Edwin Isham also starred. Famous songs include the waltz "Star Light, Star Bright", "My Angeline" and "In Dreamland". A recording of this piece is available here. The Wizard of the Nile The Wizard of the Nile was a burlesque operetta in three acts, composed by Victor Herbert to a libretto by Harry B. Smith. Herbert's second operetta after "Prince Ananias", "The Wizard of the Nile" was his first real success. It was given