Publisher's Synopsis
""Journal Of A Cruise Made To The Pacific Ocean"" is a travelogue written by David Porter, an American naval officer who served in the War of 1812. The book details Porter's experiences during his voyage to the Pacific Ocean aboard the USS Essex in 1812. The journal includes descriptions of the places visited, the people encountered, and the natural wonders observed during the journey. Porter also provides insights into the political and economic conditions of the regions he visited, including South America, the Galapagos Islands, and the Pacific islands. The book is a fascinating account of a historic voyage and offers a unique perspective on the early exploration of the Pacific Ocean.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.
