The Eventful History Of The Mutiny And Piratical Seizure Of H.M.S. Bounty: Its Cause And Consequences (1831) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165547104)

The Eventful History Of The Mutiny And Piratical Seizure Of H.M.S. Bounty: Its Cause And Consequences is a book written by John Barrow in 1831. The book is a detailed account of the infamous mutiny that occurred on the British naval ship, H.M.S. Bounty, in 1789. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the events leading up to the mutiny, the mutiny itself, and its aftermath. Barrow explores the various factors that contributed to the mutiny, including the difficult living conditions on the ship, the harsh treatment of the crew by the captain, and the personal conflicts between the crew members. He also delves into the motivations of the mutineers and their subsequent actions, including the seizure of the ship and their escape to the remote island of Pitcairn.The book also examines the consequences of the mutiny, both for the individuals involved and for the wider British naval establishment. Barrow discusses the subsequent trials and executions of the mutineers, as well as the efforts to track down and capture them. He also explores the impact of the mutiny on British naval discipline and the measures that were put in place to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.Overall, The Eventful History Of The Mutiny And Piratical Seizure Of H.M.S. Bounty: Its Cause And Consequences is a fascinating and detailed account of one of the most notorious events in British naval history. It provides a wealth of information about the mutiny and its aftermath, and is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the British Empire.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: John Barrow
ISBN-10: 1165547104
ISBN-13: 9781165547104
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 386
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.80d