Journal Or Narrative Of The Boscawen's Voyage To Bombay In The East Indies (1751) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120306272)

""Journal or Narrative of the Boscawen's Voyage to Bombay in the East Indies"" is a first-hand account of a journey undertaken by a young gentleman passenger in the year 1751. The book is a detailed description of the voyage, which took place on board the HMS Boscawen, a British ship that set sail from England to Bombay, India. The author of the book, who remains unnamed, provides a vivid and engaging account of the journey, describing the sights, sounds, and experiences of life on board the ship, as well as the various ports of call along the way.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the voyage. The author begins by describing the preparations for the journey, including the loading of supplies and the recruitment of crew members. He then goes on to describe the voyage itself, including the daily routine on board the ship, the weather conditions, and the various challenges and dangers faced by the crew.Throughout the book, the author provides a wealth of information about the places visited on the journey, including the Canary Islands, the Cape of Good Hope, and various ports in India. He also describes the customs and traditions of the people he encounters along the way, providing insights into the cultural and social practices of the time.Overall, ""Journal or Narrative of the Boscawen's Voyage to Bombay in the East Indies"" is a fascinating and informative account of a journey undertaken in the 18th century. It provides a unique glimpse into the world of seafaring and exploration during this time, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of maritime travel and trade.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.

Author: A. Young Gentelman Passenger
ISBN-10: 1120306272
ISBN-13: 9781120306272
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/15/2009
Pages: 66
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.14d