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A Visit To The South Seas, In The U. S. Ship Vincennes

A Visit To The South Seas, In The U. S. Ship Vincennes

Charles Samuel Stewart

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120135056
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A Visit To The South Seas, In The U. S. Ship Vincennes: During The Years 1829 And 1830 (1833) is a travelogue written by Charles Samuel Stewart. The book recounts his experiences during his visit to the South Seas, specifically the islands of the Pacific Ocean, while serving as chaplain on board the United States Ship Vincennes. The book provides a detailed account of the voyage, including descriptions of the various islands, their inhabitants, and their customs. Stewart also discusses the interactions between the crew of the Vincennes and the native peoples they encountered, including trade negotiations and cultural exchanges. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the South Seas, as well as its insights into the history and culture of the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the Pacific Islands.With Notices Of Brazil, Peru, Manilla, The Cape Of Good Hope, And St. Helena.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.

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