| Compiler |
Walter, Richard, 1716?-1785 |
| Author |
Anson, George Anson, Baron, 1697-1762 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Masefield, John, 1878-1967 |
| Title |
A voyage round the world in the years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV
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| Alternate Title |
A voyage round the world in the years 1740-4
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Anson%27s_voyage_around_the_world
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 42.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"A Voyage Round the World in the Years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV" by Lord Anson is a historical account written in the mid-18th century. This work narrates the remarkable expedition of Lord Anson and his squadron as they set sail on a perilous voyage across the seas, detailing both the challenges faced by the fleet and the significant events of the journey. The narrative captures the trials of naval life, the strategies employed during engagements, and the attempts to acquire wealth through exploration and conquest." "At the start of the voyage, the text sets the stage for the expedition, emphasizing the preparation and equipment of the ships involved, notably the "Centurion", as well as the hardships encountered even before setting sail. Anson's squadron faced numerous complications in assembling a competent crew, leading to frustration over the delays caused by personnel shortages and the late sailing season. The opening chapters serve to illustrate the intricate planning behind naval expeditions of the time and foreshadow the myriad challenges and adversities that the fleet would soon face during their adventurous and tumultuous journey." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Voyages around the world -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
47130 |
| Release Date |
Oct 16, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 11, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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