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Narrative of the Voyage of HMS Samarang, during the Years 1843–46

- Employed Surveying the Islands of the Eastern Archipelago

About Narrative of the Voyage of HMS Samarang, during the Years 1843–46

Published in 1848, Sir Edward Belcher's account of the Eastern Archipelago appealed to Victorian readers' enthusiasm for exploration and adventure. Describing exotic locations including Borneo, Manila and Singapore, Volume 1 blends topographical and strategic observations with vivid descriptions of Asian villages and temples, and of encounters with rulers and pirates.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781108029223
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 474
  • Published:
  • June 29, 2011
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x216x27 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 600 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: November 20, 2024

Description of Narrative of the Voyage of HMS Samarang, during the Years 1843–46

Published in 1848, Sir Edward Belcher's account of the Eastern Archipelago appealed to Victorian readers' enthusiasm for exploration and adventure. Describing exotic locations including Borneo, Manila and Singapore, Volume 1 blends topographical and strategic observations with vivid descriptions of Asian villages and temples, and of encounters with rulers and pirates.

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