Torrey's Narrative; or, The Life and Adventures of William Torrey by William Torrey
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"Torrey's Narrative; or, The Life and Adventures of William Torrey" by William Torrey is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the life and experiences of William Torrey, focusing on his harrowing 25-month captivity among the cannibals of the Marquesas Islands, following a shipwreck, along with his subsequent adventures at sea and encounters with various cultures around the world. At the start of the narrative, Torrey shares his
early life and the circumstances that led him to leave home in search of adventure. He encounters a criminal named Harris, which results in a series of misadventures, including an arrest after a theft involving Harris. His journey takes him through moments of despair and uncertainty as he fends for himself, ultimately leading him toward a life at sea, which is fraught with both peril and discovery—themes that seem to set the stage for the many adventures he will recount in the chapters to follow. The opening portion creates a vivid picture of Torrey's restless spirit and determination to escape his circumstances, promising readers an engaging tale of survival and exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Torrey, William, 1814- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14016374 |
| Title | Torrey's Narrative; or, The Life and Adventures of William Torrey |
| Credits |
Produced by Giovanni Fini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Seafaring life |
| Subject | Marquesas Islands (French Polynesia) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46369 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 507 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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