A narrative of the mutiny, on board His Majesty's ship Bounty : and the…
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| Author | Bligh, William, 1754-1817 |
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| Title | A narrative of the mutiny, on board His Majesty's ship Bounty : and the subsequent voyage of part of the crew, in the ship's boat |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Narrative of the Mutiny, on Board His Majesty's Ship Bounty; and the Subsequent Voyage of Part of the Crew, in the Ship's Boat" by Lieutenant William Bligh is a historical account written in the late 18th century. This narrative recounts the events surrounding the infamous mutiny that took place aboard the HMS Bounty as well as the perilous journey faced by the officers and crew members who were cast adrift. The story primarily focuses on Captain Bligh's own experiences as he navigates the aftermath of the mutiny, battling both natural elements and the challenges of survival at sea. The opening of this narrative establishes the context of the voyage, detailing Bligh's original mission to transport breadfruit plants from the South Seas to the West Indies, which serves as the backdrop for the subsequent mutiny. Key characters are introduced, notably Fletcher Christian, the master’s mate who leads the revolt against Bligh. The text vividly describes the violent takeover, with Bligh being seized and threatened, and outlines the chaotic transition as he is cast adrift with several loyal crew members. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for the harrowing exploration of survival, showcasing Bligh’s leadership and determination to reach safety amidst overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Bounty (Ship) |
| Subject | Bligh, William, 1754-1817 |
| Subject | Bounty Mutiny, 1789 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20337 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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