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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781591144113
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Naval Institute Press
ISBN-10
1591144116
ISBN-13
9781591144113
eBay Product ID (ePID)
21069291475
Product Key Features
Book Title
Horrible Shipwreck! a Full, True and Particular Account of the Melancholy Loss of the British Convict Ship Amphitrite, the 31st August 1833, off ... with a Watery Grave, in Sight of Thousands : A Full, True and Particular Account of the Melancholy Loss of the British Convict Ship Amphitrite, the 31st August 1833, off Boulogne, When 108 Female Convicts, 12 Children, and 13 Seamen Met with a Watery Grave, in Sight of Thousands, None Being Saved
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2010
Topic
Ships & Shipbuilding / History, Europe / Great Britain / General, Penology, Australia & New Zealand
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation, Social Science, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
12.8 Oz
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-037981
Reviews
"Author Jampoler has taken a tale of an obscure 1833 shipwreck fleshed out with a telling examination regarding society's attitude toward criminality in that era and masterfully turned it into many-faceted saga of mankind at its best and worst. The findings of the Court of Inquiry are most absorbing, too, in an unexpected climax that makes this thought-provoking yarn a most enlightening read."--Sea Classics, "Author Jampoler has taken a tale of an obscure 1833 shipwreck fleshed out with a telling examination regarding society's attitude toward criminality in that era and masterfully turned it into many-faceted saga of mankind at its best and worst. The findings of the Court of Inquiry are most absorbing, too, in an unexpected climax that makes this thought-provoking yarn a most enlightening read." --Sea Classics, Author Jampoler has taken a tale of an obscure 1833 shipwreck fleshed out with a telling examination regarding societys attitude toward criminality in that era and masterfully turned it into many-faceted saga of mankind at its best and worst. The findings of the Court of Inquiry are most absorbing, too, in an unexpected climax that makes this thought-provoking yarn a most enlightening read.Sea Classics
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
910.916338
Synopsis
On August 25, 1833, the British convict ship Amphitrite, filled with more than one hundred women prisoners and their children along with a crew of thirteen, left London for a convict colony in New South Wales. Less than a week later, all but three died when a savage storm battered their ship to pieces on the beach at Boulogne--in sight of hundreds of horrified onlookers. Inexplicably, the captain, John Hunter, had refused offers of aid from the shore. Sensational news coverage of the calamity prompted an Admiralty investigation to find out who was responsible. The suspicion was that Hunter and the surgeon aboard rejected assistance because they feared the women would escape custody. Some blamed the doctor's wife because she had refused to go ashore in the same boat with the convicts so no boat was launched. Colorfully set in the political and social context of early 19th century Great Britain, this account of the shipwreck is peopled with a fascinating cast of characters that includes John Wilks, the Paris correspondent of a London newspaper whose reporting triggered public emotions; Lord Palmerston, the British foreign secretary; William Hamilton, the British consul who led the investigation; Sarah Austin, a British expatriate whose heroism the night of the wreck merits an award; and a Prussian prince. Drawing from government records in England, Scotland, and France, and from contemporary reports, Andrew Jampoler spins a memorable sea tale that is entirely true yet rivals the best of fiction. Readers will find this latest addition to his growing body of works firmly cements Jampoler's reputation as a master storyteller.
LC Classification Number
G530
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- r***e (10)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWell wrapped in paper for extra secure packing in envelope. As described and excellent shipping time. I would have left a re Jew sooner but I was traveling for a month.
- 0***0 (35)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchasePractically gift wrapped! Prompt delivery
- f***_ (4)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseBeautiful book, looks brand new! Would recommend this seller!