Revolt At Sea: A Narration Of Many Mutinies

By Irvin Anthony

Book Overview

Revolt At Sea: A Narration Of Many Mutinies is a historical account of various mutinies that occurred on ships throughout history. Written by Irvin Anthony, the book provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the events that led to these mutinies, as well as their aftermath.The book begins with an overview of the history of mutinies at sea, including some of the most famous examples such as the mutiny on the Bounty. It then delves into specific mutinies that occurred on various ships, including those that took place during the Age of Sail, the American Civil War, and World War II.Anthony provides a vivid description of the conditions that led to these mutinies, including poor treatment of sailors, inadequate food and water supplies, and harsh disciplinary measures. He also explores the motivations of the mutineers, who often had legitimate grievances against their captains and crews.Throughout the book, Anthony draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official reports, to provide a nuanced and comprehensive account of each mutiny. He also offers insights into the broader social and political contexts in which these mutinies occurred, shedding light on the complex relationships between sailors, officers, and governments.Overall, Revolt At Sea: A Narration Of Many Mutinies is a fascinating and well-researched account of a little-known aspect of maritime history. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in naval history, as well as those interested in the social and political dynamics of life at sea.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: 116318439X
• ISBN13: 9781163184394
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"