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A Journal: Comprising An Account Of The Loss Of The Brig Commerce (1847)

A Journal: Comprising An Account Of The Loss Of The Brig Commerce (1847)

Robbins, Archibald

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ISBN10: 1164533835
ISBN13: 9781164533832
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 276
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Journal: Comprising An Account Of The Loss Of The Brig Commerce (1847) is a first-hand account of the tragic events that occurred on the ill-fated voyage of the Brig Commerce. Written by Archibald Robbins, one of the survivors of the shipwreck, the book details the harrowing experiences of the crew and passengers as they faced numerous challenges, including storms, starvation, and hostile encounters with local tribes.The Brig Commerce set sail from New York in 1815, bound for the western coast of Africa, where it was to engage in the slave trade. However, the ship encountered a series of misfortunes, including a severe storm that caused significant damage to the vessel and left the crew and passengers stranded on a desert island. Over the course of several months, the survivors struggled to stay alive, facing starvation, disease, and attacks from local tribes.Robbins' journal provides a detailed and vivid account of the events that took place during this difficult time, including the various strategies the survivors employed to stay alive, such as hunting and fishing for food, building shelters, and attempting to signal passing ships for rescue. The book also includes descriptions of the local flora and fauna, as well as insights into the cultural practices of the tribes that inhabited the area.Overall, A Journal: Comprising An Account Of The Loss Of The Brig Commerce (1847) is a gripping and deeply moving account of a tragic event in maritime history, told through the eyes of one of its survivors. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of human endurance in the face of extreme adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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