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Narrative of the Wreck of the Steamer Killarney (1838)

Narrative of the Wreck of the Steamer Killarney (1838)

Baron Spolasco

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104299248
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Narrative Of The Wreck Of The Steamer Killarney is a book written by Spolasco, Baron in 1838. The book is a first-hand account of the wreck of the steamer Killarney, which was shipwrecked off the coast of Ireland in 1838. The author, Spolasco, was a passenger on board the steamer at the time of the wreck and provides a detailed and vivid description of the events leading up to the disaster, the shipwreck itself, and the aftermath.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the wreck. The first chapter sets the scene and describes the journey of the steamer from Liverpool to Dublin. The second chapter details the events leading up to the wreck, including the stormy weather conditions and the efforts of the crew to keep the ship afloat. The third chapter describes the actual shipwreck and the chaos that ensued as passengers and crew struggled to survive.The subsequent chapters of the book describe the aftermath of the wreck, including the rescue efforts of local fishermen and the experiences of the survivors. The author also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of Ireland at the time, as well as the role of the British government in the aftermath of the disaster.Overall, Narrative Of The Wreck Of The Steamer Killarney is a gripping and harrowing account of a tragic event in maritime history. The book provides a unique insight into the experiences of those involved in the wreck and offers valuable historical context for understanding the social and political climate of Ireland in the mid-19th century.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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