A Voyage Round the World, from 1806 to 1812 by Archibald Campbell

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Author Campbell, Archibald, 1787-
Editor Smith, James, 1782-1867
Title A Voyage Round the World, from 1806 to 1812
In Which Japan, Kamschatka, the Aleutian islands, and the Sandwich Islands were Visited; Including a Narrative of the Author's Shipwreck on the Island of Sannack, and His Subsequent Wreck in the Ship's Long-Boat; with an Account of the Present State of the Sandwich Islands, and a Vocabulary of Their Language.
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Summary "A Voyage Round the World, from 1806 to 1812" by Archibald Campbell is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the author's adventurous sea journey, covering significant areas including Japan, Kamchatka, the Aleutian Islands, and the Sandwich Islands. It presents Campbell's firsthand experiences, including his shipwreck and subsequent survival against the odds, providing a unique insight into the regions he visited during this tumultuous period. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Campbell's voyage, commencing with his embarkation from England and initial travels to China. It details his experiences while aboard the ship "Eclipse", including encounters at ports and the circumstances leading to a shipwreck. The author vividly describes the ship's perilous moments, his crew's struggle for survival, and their rescue efforts. Through Campbell's engaging storytelling, readers are introduced to the complexities of maritime life at the time, revealing not only the challenges faced by sailors but also the interrelations with diverse cultures along their route. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Hawaii -- Description and travel
Subject Voyages around the world -- History -- 19th century
Subject Campbell, Archibald, 1787- -- Travel
Subject Hawaiian language
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EBook-No. 46468
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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