Publisher's Synopsis
Mutiny in the Bounty and Story of the Pitcairn Islanders is a historical non-fiction book written by Alfred McFarland and first published in 1884. The book tells the story of the famous mutiny on the HMS Bounty, which occurred in 1789, and the subsequent settlement of the mutineers and their Tahitian companions on the remote island of Pitcairn. The author provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the mutiny, including the tensions between the ship's captain, William Bligh, and his crew. McFarland also explores the aftermath of the mutiny, including the trials and executions of some of the mutineers, and the eventual discovery of the Pitcairn Island settlement by an American ship in 1808.The second half of the book focuses on the lives of the Pitcairn Islanders, their struggles to survive on the remote island, and their eventual contact with the outside world. McFarland describes the customs and traditions of the islanders, their language, and their religion. He also provides biographical sketches of some of the island's most prominent residents, including John Adams, the last surviving mutineer, and his adopted son, Thursday October Christian.Overall, Mutiny in the Bounty and Story of the Pitcairn Islanders is a fascinating historical account of one of the most famous mutinies in maritime history and the unique society that emerged from it. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Navy, the Pacific Islands, or the cultural and social dynamics of isolated communities.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.
