02256cam a22003253u 4500 27861 UtSlPG 20260610133633.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04032968 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DS Macaulay, W. Hastings Kathay: A Cruise in the China Seas Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-01-21 Produced by a Project Gutenberg volunteer working with digital material generously made available by the Internet Archive "Kathay: A Cruise in the China Seas" by W. Hastings Macaulay is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the author's maritime journey through the China Seas, detailing encounters, observations, and experiences during his time aboard a naval vessel. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of the narrator, whose reflections provide insights into both the beauty of the regions visited and the challenges faced during the voyage. The opening of the narrative sets the tone for an adventurous expedition as the ship departs from Charlestown, Massachusetts, navigating a series of trials including sea-sickness, shipwreck, and the challenges of maritime life. The narration describes the initial stages of the voyage, highlighting the excitement and trepidation of the crew, along with the beauty of the destinations, such as Rio de Janeiro and the promise of exotic lands. As the ship sails towards Rio, the narrator's anticipation is met with disappointment upon learning of a yellow fever outbreak, preventing the crew's landing. This serves as a prelude to the rich tapestry of cultural and environmental explorations that await in the chapters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified China -- Description and travel China Sea https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27861 68770 68770