Publisher's Synopsis
""Japanese Wrecks, Stranded And Picked Up Adrift In The North Pacific Ocean (1876)"" is a non-fiction book written by Charles Wolcott Brooks. The book is a detailed account of the wrecks of Japanese ships that were stranded and adrift in the North Pacific Ocean during the late 19th century. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the maritime history of Japan, including its trade routes, navigational practices, and the types of ships used during this period. He also describes the causes of the wrecks, which include storms, typhoons, and other natural disasters, as well as human error and piracy. The book includes numerous firsthand accounts of the survivors of these wrecks, detailing their experiences and struggles to survive in the harsh conditions of the open sea. Brooks also provides information about the rescue efforts made by various vessels, including American and British ships, and the assistance provided to the survivors. Overall, ""Japanese Wrecks, Stranded And Picked Up Adrift In The North Pacific Ocean (1876)"" is an informative and engaging historical account of the wrecks of Japanese ships in the North Pacific Ocean during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, Japanese culture, or the history 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.