A Sailor Boy's Log-Book From Portsmouth To The Peiho (1862) - Walter White - Bog

A Sailor Boy's Log-Book From Portsmouth To The Peiho is a book written by Walter White and first published in 1862. The book is a memoir of the author's journey as a sailor boy from Portsmouth, England to the Peiho River in China. The book is written in a diary style, with entries chronicling the author's experiences and observations during his voyage. The book starts with the author's departure from Portsmouth in 1859 aboard the HMS Imperieuse, a steam frigate. The author describes the ship, its crew, and the conditions on board. He also writes about the places the ship visits, including Madeira, Rio de Janeiro, and the Cape of Good Hope. The author writes about the people he meets, the customs and traditions of the places he visits, and the natural beauty he encounters.The second half of the book is focused on the author's experiences in China. The HMS Imperieuse is sent to the Peiho River to protect British interests during the Second Opium War. The author writes about the battles he witnesses, the Chinese culture he encounters, and the negotiations between the British and Chinese governments. He also describes the destruction of the Summer Palace and the looting of its treasures by British soldiers.Overall, A Sailor Boy's Log-Book From Portsmouth To The Peiho is a fascinating account of a young sailor's experiences during a time of great change in world history. The book provides a unique perspective on the Second Opium War and the interactions between Western powers and China in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.