The Lost Steamer: A History Of The Amazon (1852)

By Partridge And Oakey

Book Overview

The Lost Steamer: A History Of The Amazon (1852) is a book written by Partridge And Oakey that tells the story of a steamship that disappeared in the Amazon River. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the disappearance of the ship, as well as the subsequent search and rescue efforts.The Lost Steamer was a vessel that had been commissioned by the Brazilian government to explore the Amazon River and its tributaries. The ship was crewed by a group of experienced sailors and scientists who were tasked with mapping the region and collecting specimens of flora and fauna.However, during one of the ship's expeditions, it mysteriously disappeared without a trace. The book explores the various theories and rumors surrounding the disappearance, including stories of piracy, mutiny, and even supernatural forces.The authors also provide a detailed history of the Amazon River and its importance to the region, as well as the challenges faced by early explorers and settlers. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the Amazon's lush jungles, exotic wildlife, and indigenous peoples.Overall, The Lost Steamer: A History Of The Amazon (1852) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, the Amazon River, or tales of mystery and adventure.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: 1437300928
• ISBN13: 9781437300925
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"