Publisher's Synopsis
Shipwreck Of The Stirling Castle is a book written by John Curtis and published in 1838. It tells the harrowing and tragic story of the sinking of the Stirling Castle, a British ship that was carrying a cargo of goods and passengers from London to Australia in 1836. The ship hit a reef off the coast of Africa and was wrecked, causing the crew and passengers to endure terrible suffering and hardship.The book provides a detailed and vivid account of the events leading up to the shipwreck, as well as the aftermath of the disaster. It describes the struggles of the crew and passengers as they fought to survive in the face of hunger, thirst, and exposure to the elements. The book also documents the cruel murder of Captain Fraser, who was killed by mutineers on board the ship.Throughout the book, Curtis offers a compelling and compassionate portrayal of the human drama that unfolded during the shipwreck. He draws on eyewitness accounts and other sources to provide a rich and detailed narrative of the events, and he also reflects on the moral and ethical implications of the tragedy.Overall, Shipwreck Of The Stirling Castle is a powerful and moving work of historical nonfiction that offers a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most tragic maritime disasters of the 19th century.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.
