Publisher's Synopsis
""A Narrative of the Wreck of the Minerva"" is a historical account of the disastrous shipwreck of the whaling vessel, Minerva, off the coast of Nicholson's Shoal in the South Pacific Ocean. Written by Peter Bays, the book details the events leading up to the wreck, the struggles of the crew to survive in the aftermath, and their eventual rescue. The Minerva, a whaler from Port Jackson, New South Wales, was on a voyage to the South Pacific in 1829 when it encountered a violent storm that caused it to run aground on the treacherous Nicholson's Shoal. The crew, led by Captain William Smith, battled the elements, hunger, and thirst for several days before finally being rescued by a passing ship. Bays' account is based on the firsthand experiences of the survivors and provides a vivid and harrowing description of the dangers of whaling and seafaring in the early 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history or the early exploration of the South Pacific.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.
