Memoir Of Commodore Goodenough: With Extracts From His Letters And Journals

By James Graham Goodenough and Victoria Hamilton Goodenough

Book Overview

Memoir of Commodore Goodenough: With Extracts from His Letters and Journals is a biographical account of the life of James Graham Goodenough, a British naval officer who served during the mid-19th century. The book is a compilation of his personal letters and journal entries, as well as additional commentary and analysis by the author.The memoir begins with Goodenough's early life and education, including his entry into the Royal Navy at a young age. It then follows his career as he rises through the ranks, participating in various naval campaigns and missions throughout the world, including in the Mediterranean, the Pacific, and the East Indies.Throughout the book, Goodenough's personal writings provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about his experiences, as well as his relationships with his family and colleagues. The author also includes historical context and background information to help readers understand the broader historical events and social issues of the time.The memoir culminates with Goodenough's tragic death in 1875, when he was killed during a mission to quell a rebellion in the Solomon Islands. The book concludes with reflections on his legacy and impact on the British Navy and the wider world.Overall, Memoir of Commodore Goodenough offers a detailed and personal account of the life and career of an important naval figure, as well as a window into the social and political context of 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163233625
• ISBN13: 9781163233627
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"