Saint Helena (1865)

By A Bird Of Passage

Book Overview

Saint Helena is a non-fiction book written by A Bird of Passage and published in 1865. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's journey to the remote island of Saint Helena, which is located in the South Atlantic Ocean. The author provides a detailed account of the island's geography, history, and culture, as well as its people and their way of life. The book begins with a brief overview of the island's history, including its discovery by the Portuguese in the 15th century and its use as a stopover for ships traveling between Europe and Asia. The author then describes his journey to the island, including the difficulties he encountered on the way. Once on the island, the author explores its various landmarks, including the famous Napoleon's Tomb, which is the final resting place of the French emperor who was exiled to Saint Helena after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the island's natural beauty, including its rugged terrain, lush vegetation, and diverse wildlife. He also provides insight into the lives of the island's inhabitants, describing their customs, traditions, and daily routines. Overall, Saint Helena is a fascinating account of a remote and little-known island that provides readers with a glimpse into a unique and captivating world. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, history, or geography.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: 1164835742
• ISBN13: 9781164835745
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"