Bøger af Pierre Raymond De Brisson

This book offers a first-hand account of the shipwreck and subsequent captivity of Pierre Raymond de Brisson, a French sailor who was captured by Barbary pirates in the early 18th century. De Brisson's narrative offers a vivid and compelling portrayal of life in captivity, as well as a detailed account of his efforts to escape and return home. With its blend of adventure and historical detail, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of piracy and seafaring during this period.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A collection of three accounts of Peril, Adventure and Captivity in the 18th and 19th century: "The Sufferings of the Picard Family after the Shipwreck of the Medusa in the Year 1816": Tells the story of survivors of the the French naval frigate Méduse, which ran aground off the coast of today's Mauritania on July 5, 1816. At least 147 people were set adrift on a hurriedly constructed raft; all but 15 died in the 13 days before their rescue, and those who survived endured starvation, dehydration, cannibalism and madness. "The Captivity of M. De Brisson 1785" tells of a shipwrecked survivor and his captivity among the natives of the western coast of Africa. "Voyage of Madame Godin Along the River of the Amazons 1770" changes the scene from Africa to South America where the adventures, perils and escapes of Madame Godin along the Amazon River are recounted.

A Historical Narrative Of The Shipwreck And Captivity Of Mr. De Brisson (1789) is a first-hand account of the shipwreck and captivity of Pierre Raymond De Brisson, a French sailor, in the late 18th century. The book is a historical narrative that details De Brisson's experiences during his captivity, including his interactions with the indigenous people of the area and his eventual escape. The book provides a vivid portrayal of life at sea during this time period and sheds light on the experiences of sailors who found themselves in difficult and dangerous situations. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history or the history of French sailors in the late 18th century. The book was originally written in French and has been translated into English for a wider audience.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.