The African Cruiser: A Midshipman's Adventures On The West Coast

By Samuel Whitchurch Sadler

Book Overview

The African Cruiser: A Midshipman�������s Adventures On The West Coast (1873) is a book written by Samuel Whitchurch Sadler. The book is a memoir of Sadler's experiences as a midshipman on the West Coast of Africa during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of the author's adventures and the challenges he faced while serving on board a British naval vessel. Sadler's memoir describes his encounters with the native people of Africa, including their customs, traditions, and way of life. He also provides a vivid description of the West African landscape, including the flora and fauna of the region. The book also includes accounts of Sadler's experiences during naval battles and his interactions with other sailors on board the ship.The African Cruiser is a fascinating account of a young man's journey through a part of the world that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time. The book provides a unique insight into the life of a midshipman during the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by British naval officers during this period. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, African culture, or the history of the British Empire.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: 1167205898
• ISBN13: 9781167205897
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"