Ein deutsches Kriegsschiff in der Südsee by Bartholomäus von Werner
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| Author | Werner, Bartholomäus von, 1842-1924 |
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| LoC No. | 30025568 |
| Title | Ein deutsches Kriegsschiff in der Südsee |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Ein deutsches Kriegsschiff in der Südsee" by Bartholomäus von Werner is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work presents a series of travel letters that chronicle the author's experiences and observations while commanding a German warship in the South Seas, providing insights into the region's cultures, landscapes, and maritime challenges. The author takes care to describe the human elements and the landscapes encountered during his voyage, intending to share a more personal and detailed perspective on the South Sea islands and their inhabitants. The opening of the book reveals the author's initial thoughts as he navigates the journey from Europe to the South Sea, detailing the departure from Germany, passage through various ports, and his observations on the shifting landscapes and cultures encountered along the way. The author reflects on the misconceptions of the South Sea, expressing a desire to present fresh insights based on his firsthand experiences. He also touches on the challenges faced by the crew, the encounters with indigenous peoples, and the uniqueness of the natural environment, all while setting the stage for a narrative that seeks to bridge the gap between European perspectives and the realities of the South Sea islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Subject | Oceania -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Ariadne (Ship) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53946 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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