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THE MUTINY AND PIRATICAL SEIZURE OF H. M. S. BOUNTY IBD

NABU PRESS
10 / 2011
9781247524917
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Sinopsis

The Mutiny and Piratical Seizure of H. M. S. Bounty recounts one of history?s most infamous naval mutinies. This detailed account delves into the events leading up to the mutiny, the act itself, and the subsequent fates of Captain William Bligh and the mutineers led by Fletcher Christian. Drawing on firsthand accounts and official documents, the book explores the social dynamics aboard the Bounty, the tensions between officers and crew, and the allure of the Pacific islands that contributed to the mutiny. Readers will gain insight into the harsh realities of 18th-century seafaring life and the complex motivations of the men involved in this pivotal event. Sir John Barrow?s narrative captures the drama and adventure of the Bounty saga, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in maritime history, true crime, and the enduring story of human rebellion against authority.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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