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A Journal, Comprising an Account of the Loss of the Brig Commerce, 1815

A Journal, Comprising an Account of the Loss of the Brig Commerce, 1815

Archibald Robbins

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Historia de África
ISBN:
9781147147551
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'A Journal, Comprising an Account of the Loss of the Brig Commerce, 1815' recounts the harrowing experiences of Archibald Robbins and his crew after their ship wrecked off the coast of Africa. This gripping narrative details not only the loss of the Commerce, but also the subsequent enslavement and brutal suffering endured by Robbins and his fellow sailors in the desolate Sahara. Robbins vividly portrays the harsh realities of desert life, the cruelty of their captors, and the unwavering resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.This firsthand account offers a unique and compelling glimpse into a dark chapter of maritime history, providing invaluable insights into the lives of those who faced enslavement and struggled for survival in a foreign and unforgiving land. 'A Journal' remains a powerful testament to courage, endurance, and the enduring quest for freedom.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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