William Bligh

Broschiertes Buch

A Narrative of the Mutiny, on Board His Majesty's Ship Bounty

Beschreibung

A gripping first-hand account of one of the most infamous events in naval history, "A Narrative Of The Mutiny, On Board His Majesty's Ship Bounty, And The Subsequent Voyage Of Part Of The Crew, In The Ship's Boat," offers a harrowing tale of survival and betrayal. Written by William Bligh himself, this historical document recounts the mutiny on the Bounty in 1789 and the extraordinary journey of the loyal crew members who were cast adrift. Experience the drama of this 18th-century maritime disaster and the events that followed. This true crime story reveals the challenges of navigating treacherous seas and the struggle for survival against overwhelming odds. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in naval history, the age of sail, and the psychological depths of men pushed to their limits. Discover the realities behind the legend of the Bounty mutiny, a pivotal moment in British history that continues to fascinate. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Vice Admiral William Bligh, FRS (1754-1817) was a distinguished British Royal Navy officer whose career became overshadowed by the infamous Mutiny on the Bounty. Bligh's vivid account of this calamitous event is encapsulated in his work 'A Narrative Of The Mutiny, On Board His Majesty's Ship Bounty' (1790). While he is often remembered for the mutiny itself, Bligh's narrative sheds light on his navigation skills and disciplinary methods that, despite their controversial nature, contributed to seafaring advancements of the era. Born in Plymouth, Bligh's seafaring career began at the young age of seven. He served with distinction during several naval conflicts, including the American War of Independence. His mentorship under the celebrated Captain James Cook shaped his expertise in navigation and exploration. Despite the notoriety of the mutiny led by Fletcher Christian in 1789, the open-boat voyage Bligh subsequently undertook from Tofua to Timor, as described in his narrative, stands as a testament to his formidable seamanship and survival skills. The scholarly analysis of Bligh's account reveals much about the rigors of 18th-century naval life, and Bligh's own complex character-simultaneously a skilled commander and a figure who incited division among his crew. His legacy, though marred by controversy, remains significant in the annals of maritime history for providing insight into leadership under duress and the human drama that unfolds at sea.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 64
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 104g
• ISBN-13: 9781023071093
• ISBN-10: 1023071096
• Artikelnr.: 73934061