The Jalasco: Brig (1902)

By Louis Becke

Book Overview

The Jalasco: Brig (1902) is a novel written by Louis Becke. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the voyage of the Jalasco, a brig sailing from Australia to the Pacific Islands. The captain of the ship, Captain Blackwood, is a seasoned sailor with a reputation for being tough and uncompromising. He is accompanied by a crew of sailors, each with their own unique personalities and backgrounds. As the Jalasco sails through the treacherous waters of the Pacific, the crew faces a number of challenges and obstacles. They encounter fierce storms, dangerous reefs, and hostile natives. Along the way, they also discover a mysterious island that is home to a strange and ancient civilization. The novel is full of adventure, action, and suspense, and provides a vivid depiction of life at sea in the 19th century. Becke's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and he does an excellent job of bringing the characters and settings to life. The Jalasco: Brig (1902) is a classic work of maritime fiction and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of seafaring.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: 1104258978
• ISBN13: 9781104258979
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"