Picture 1 of 1
Gallery
Picture 1 of 1
Have one to sell?
After the Bounty A Sailor's Account of the Mutiny & Life in the South Seas
US $15.95
ApproximatelyEUR 13.68
Condition:
New
A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the seller's listing for full details.
3 available7 sold
- Buy it nowAfter the Bounty A Sailor's Account of the Mutiny & Life in the South Seas
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Postage:
US $4.99 (approx EUR 4.28) USPS Media MailTM.
Located in: Duarte, California, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Mon, 11 Aug and Sat, 16 Aug to 94104
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return postage. If you use an eBay delivery label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Payments:
Shop with confidence
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:323366935320
Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9781597973717
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Potomac Books, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1597973718
ISBN-13
9781597973717
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72348954
Product Key Features
Book Title
After the Bounty : a Sailor's Account of the Mutiny, and Life in the South Seas
Number of Pages
270 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2009
Topic
Modern / 18th Century, Military / Naval, Ships & Shipbuilding / History, Ships & Shipbuilding / General, Oceania, Military
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation, Biography & Autobiography, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
23.5 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN
2009-039550
Reviews
Written with a novelist's eye for detail, a participant's firsthand knowledge, and a literate seaman's plain-spoken clarity, pardoned mutineer James Morrison's account of the Bounty mutiny and its aftermath is an engrossing illustration of humanity at its best and worst. A true seafaring odyssey, After the Bounty leaves the reader with the sense of being present at the events described-it superbly conveys the rich reality of life at sea, the strident clash of cultures, and the exceptional experiences that change, and even end, lives. Above all, the journal is an extraordinary look at the complexity of human behavior, an intimate, sympathetic account of the Tahitian people, and a reminder of the epic dangers and discoveries that make adventure what it is., Donald Maxton has brought James Morrison out of the shadows by publishing for the first time an accessible edition of his lively and absorbing journal, one of the treasures of the Mitchell Library, Sydney. The journal is a primary source for the Bounty story and the only contemporaneous account of events after the mutiny. This publication is an essential work for all those interested in the world of William Bligh, Fletcher Christian and the Tahitians before the onslaught of the Europeans., eoe[Morrisone(tm)s] stories of adventure after the Bounty mutiny makes for a powerful historical journal packed with nautical adventure and perfect for any nautical history library.e, eoeWritten with a noveliste(tm)s eye for detail, a participante(tm)s firsthand knowledge, and a literate seamane(tm)s plain-spoken clarity, pardoned mutineer James Morrisone(tm)s account of the Bounty mutiny and its aftermath is an engrossing illustration of humanity at its best and worst. A true seafaring odyssey, After the Bounty leaves the reader with the sense of being present at the events describede"it superbly conveys the rich reality of life at sea, the strident clash of cultures, and the exceptional experiences that change, and even end, lives. Above all, the journal is an extraordinary look at the complexity of human behavior, an intimate, sympathetic account of the Tahitian people, and a reminder of the epic dangers and discoveries that make adventure what it is., [This book] can be expected to add richly and pervasively to general knowledge of that historically and historiographically conspicuous incident., eoeDonald Maxton has brought James Morrison out of the shadows by publishing for the first time an accessible edition of his lively and absorbing journal, one of the treasures of the Mitchell Library, Sydney. The journal is a primary source for the Bounty story and the only contemporaneous account of events after the mutiny. This publication is an essential work for all those interested in the world of William Bligh, Fletcher Christian and the Tahitians before the onslaught of the Europeans.e, At long last we have here a complete 'Everyman's Morrison,' prepared by an established, devoted authority on the Bounty , and for the first time making available to a wider audience a readable and useful modern version of one of the great classic sources to our knowledge not only of the Bounty affair but also of late eighteenth-century Polynesia., [Morrison's] stories of adventure after the Bounty mutiny makes for a powerful historical journal packed with nautical adventure and perfect for any nautical history library., What a monumental undertaking! Donald Maxton's passion and perseverance in pursuing his goal is topped only by his impeccable scholarship and thorough knowledge of his subject. Kudos and 'Huzzah for Otaheite' and for Maxton!, eoeAt long last we have here a complete e~Everymane(tm)s Morrison,e(tm) prepared by an established, devoted authority on the Bounty , and for the first time making available to a wider audience a readable and useful modern version of one of the great classic sources to our knowledge not only of the Bounty affair but also of late eighteenth-century Polynesia.e, "For anyone interested in the Bounty saga, this volume is a most worthwhile addition to the extant nonfiction reading currently available."--S ea History, eoeIte(tm)s a curiously, entertaining and instructive for age-of-fighting-sail or Herman Melville enthusiasts.e, eoe After the Bounty makes a most important contribution to the literature of the Bounty saga. Through its publication, Morrisone(tm)s enlightening account of the Bounty mutiny becomes available to the general public for the first time in three quarters of a century. This book is a e~must havee(tm) for any Bounty literature library.e, After the Bounty makes a most important contribution to the literature of the Bounty saga. Through its publication, Morrison's enlightening account of the Bounty mutiny becomes available to the general public for the first time in three quarters of a century. This book is a 'must have' for any Bounty literature library., eoeWhat a monumental undertaking! Donald Maxtone(tm)s passion and perseverance in pursuing his goal is topped only by his impeccable scholarship and thorough knowledge of his subject. Kudos and e~Huzzah for Otaheitee(tm) and for Maxton!e, After the Bounty makes a most important contribution to the literature of the Bounty saga. Through its publication, Morrison's enlightening account of the Bounty mutiny becomes available to the general public for the first time in three quarters of a century. This book is a 'must have' for any Bounty literature library., It's a curiously, entertaining and instructive for age-of-fighting-sail or Herman Melville enthusiasts., eoe[This book] can be expected to add richly and pervasively to general knowledge of that historically and historiographically conspicuous incident.e, Written with a novelist's eye for detail, a participant's firsthand knowledge, and a literate seaman's plain-spoken clarity, pardoned mutineer James Morrison's account of the Bounty mutiny and its aftermath is an engrossing illustration of humanity at its best and worst. A true seafaring odyssey, After the Bounty leaves the reader with the sense of being present at the events described-it superbly conveys the rich reality of life at sea, the strident clash of cultures, and the exceptional experiences that change, and even end, lives. Above all, the journal is an extraordinary look at the complexity of human behavior, an intimate, sympathetic account of the Tahitian people, and a reminder of the epic dangers and discoveries that make adventure what it is.|9781597973717|, Editor Maxton ....Has done an excellent job in preparing Morrison's works for publication, and supplemented them with a valuable commentary, which makes After the Bounty a good read for anyone interested in life at sea in the age of sail or the history and culture of the South Seas., Written with a novelist's eye for detail, a participant's firsthand knowledge, and a literate seaman's plain-spoken clarity, pardoned mutineer James Morrison's account of the Bounty mutiny and its aftermath is an engrossing illustration of humanity at its best and worst. A true seafaring odyssey, After the Bounty leaves the reader with the sense of being present at the events described--it superbly conveys the rich reality of life at sea, the strident clash of cultures, and the exceptional experiences that change, and even end, lives. Above all, the journal is an extraordinary look at the complexity of human behavior, an intimate, sympathetic account of the Tahitian people, and a reminder of the epic dangers and discoveries that make adventure what it is.|9781597973717|, Editor Maxton ….Has done an excellent job in preparing Morrison's works for publication, and supplemented them with a valuable commentary, which makes After the Bounty a good read for anyone interested in life at sea in the age of sail or the history and culture of the South Seas., eoeFor anyone interested in the Bounty saga, this volume is a most worthwhile addition to the extant non-fiction reading currently available.e, eoeEditor Maxton e.Has done an excellent job in preparing Morrisone(tm)s works for publication, and supplemented them with a valuable commentary, which makes After the Bounty a good read for anyone interested in life at sea in the age of sail or the history and culture of the South Seas.e, For anyone interested in the Bounty saga, this volume is a most worthwhile addition to the extant non-fiction reading currently available.
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
910.9164/8
Synopsis
In 1787 the Royal Navy ship HMS Bounty , captained by William Bligh, set sail for Tahiti in search of breadfruit plants. Soon after leaving Tahiti, Master's Mate Fletcher Christian led a successful revolt, setting Bligh and eighteen of his men adrift. In his journal, Boatswain's Mate James Morrison recounts the Bounty 's voyage, placing considerable blame for the mutiny on Bligh's irascible personality and style of command. This event, however, only introduces Morrison's remarkable journey through the South Seas. A born storyteller, Morrison pens compelling tales of the time after the mutiny, beginning with ringleader Fletcher Christian's two ill-fated attempts to establish a refuge on the island of Tubuai. Morrison then recounts his eighteen-month sojourn on Tahiti, where he constructed a seaworthy schooner and closely observed the island and its way of life. He tells of the subsequent arrival of HMS Pandora , which was charged with bringing the mutineers back to England for trial, and his imprisonment in the horrific "Pandora's Box." Morrison once again faces peril when the Pandora sinks on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where thirty-one of the crew and four prisoners perished. Although Morrison did not actively participate in the Bounty insurrection, he had remained with Fletcher Christian's party, which was enough evidence for his eventual condemnation. While imprisoned, Morrison began composing his journal. King George III granted a pardon, and soon after his release, Morrison wrote the second half of the journal, which he filled with detailed descriptions of Tahitian life, culture, and natural history. Morrison's journal is an invaluable resource for naval and cultural historians and an enthralling tale for the general reader., In 1787, the Royal Navy ship H.M.S. Bounty , captained by William Bligh, set sail for Tahiti in search of breadfruit plants. Soon after leaving Tahiti, Master's Mate Fletcher Christian led a successful revolt, setting Bligh and eighteen of his men adrift. In his journal, fellow mutineer James Morrison recounts the Bounty's voyage from his perspective as the boatswain's mate, placing considerable blame for the mutiny on Bligh's irascible personality and style of command. This event, however, simply introduces Morrison's remarkable journey through the South Seas.A born storyteller, Morrison presents compelling tales after the Bounty mutiny, beginning with ringleader Fletcher Christian's two bloody, ill-fated attempts to establish a refuge on the island of Tubuai. Morrison then recounts his eighteen month sojourn on Tahiti, where he constructed a seaworthy schooner and closely observed every aspect of the island and its way of life. He also includes the subsequent arrival of H.M.S. Pandora , which was charged with bringing the mutineers back to England for trial, and his imprisonment in the horrific "Pandora's Box." Morrison once again faces peril when the Pandora sinks on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where thirty-one of the crew and four prisoners perished.Although Morrison did not actively participate in the Bounty insurrection, he had remained with Fletcher Christian's party, which was enough evidence for condemnation once back in England. While imprisoned, Morrison began composing his journal. He was released--King George III granted a pardon--and soon after wrote the second half of the journal, which he filled with detailed descriptions of Tahitian life, culture, and natural history. Morrison's journal is an invaluable resource for naval historians and an enthralling tale for the general reader., In 1787, the Royal Navy ship H.M.S. Bounty , captained by William Bligh, set sail for Tahiti in search of breadfruit plants. Soon after leaving Tahiti, Master's Mate Fletcher Christian led a successful revolt. In his journal, fellow mutineer James Morrison recounts the Bounty's voyage from his perspective as the boatswain's mate. This event, however, simply introduces Morrison's remarkable journey through the South Seas.
LC Classification Number
DU21.M73 2010
Item description from the seller
Seller business information
About this seller
THE COLLECTOPHILE'S BOOK STORE
100% positive Feedback•5.5K items sold
Registered as a business seller
Seller Feedback (2,524)
This item (4)
All items (2,524)
- 2***4 (294)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseAs described. Shipped very quickly
- b***b (2067)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseGreat deal on brand-new out-of-print book and jacket! Very fast, safe arrival. Thank you!
- r***d (1898)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseitem as indicated, safe packaging, fast shipment, a pleasure to deal with
- o***a (731)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFast transaction. Nice to deal with. Recommend
- r***u (796)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseImmediate dispatch, smooth and efficient transaction. Thank you.
- l***0 (865)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThank you!
More to explore:
- Financial Accounting Accounting Adult Learning & University Books,
- Accounting Adult Learning & University Books,
- Accounting Non-Fiction Hardcover Books,
- Accounting School Textbooks & Study Guides,
- After Dark Fiction Books,
- Non-Fiction Accounting Fiction & Non-Fiction Books,
- Country Life Magazines,
- Sea Angler Magazines,
- Life Animal Magazines,
- Life International Magazines
THE COLLECTOPHILE'S BOOK STORE
100% positive Feedback•5.5K items sold
Registered as a business seller
Seller Feedback (2,524)
This item (4)
All items (2,524)
- 2***4 (294)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseAs described. Shipped very quickly
- b***b (2067)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseGreat deal on brand-new out-of-print book and jacket! Very fast, safe arrival. Thank you!
- r***d (1898)- Feedback left by buyer.More than a year agoVerified purchaseitem as indicated, safe packaging, fast shipment, a pleasure to deal with
- o***a (731)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFast transaction. Nice to deal with. Recommend
- r***u (796)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseImmediate dispatch, smooth and efficient transaction. Thank you.
- l***0 (865)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThank you!