A Journal, Comprising an Account of the Loss of the Brig. Commerce, of Hartford, (Con.) James Riley, Master, Upon the Western Coast of Africa, August 23th, 1815 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
Synopsis
Survival and discovery on the edge of the known world. A firsthand account of a perilous voyage along the western coast of Africa, where a shipwreck, captivity, and extreme endurance reveal a vivid picture of travel, culture, and hardship in the early 19th century.
This narrative follows the crew of the brig Commerce as they face shipwreck, desert treks, and encounters with wandering Arabs. It blends personal ordeal with historical and geographic observations, offering a rare perspective on life, trade, and survival in a remote part of Africa. The book also includes contextual notes on the people and places encountered, from Rabat to Tangiers, and provides a broad view of the continent during this era.
What you’ll experience
- A dramatic, eyewitness journey from shipwreck to desert trek, with detailed, human-centered storytelling.
- Vivid sketches of towns, markets, and daily life along the African coast and among wandering groups.
- Historical and geographic context that situates exploration, trade, and cultural exchange in Africa.
- Maps and descriptions that help readers trace the voyage and its extraordinary path.
Ideal for readers of historical travelogues, maritime adventure, and mid-19th century accounts of Africa.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows the 19-month enslavement of a group of sailors from a wrecked American ship by a tribe of Arabs in the unforgiving Zahara desert. After surviving a shipwreck off the coast of Africa, the author endures the merciless conditions of the desert, both physical and emotional. Through the author's poignant retelling, the reader is also taken on a journey through the history of this little-known corner of the world, the harsh realities of life in the desert, and the complex relationship between captors and captives. Ultimately, this book is a first-hand account of human suffering, resilience, and triumph over adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282080877_0
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A Journal, Comprising an Account of the Loss of the Brig. Commerce, of Hartford, (Con.) James Riley, Master, Upon the Western Coast of Africa, August 23th, 1815: Also of the Slavery and Sufferings of the Author and the Rest of the Crew, Upon the Desert of
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