02635cam a22003493u 4500 54886 UtSlPG 20260610134250.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02030011 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F2501 Stewart, C. S. (Charles Samuel), 1795-1870 Brazil and La Plata: The personal record of a cruise Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-06-11 Produced by Adrian Mastronardi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Brazil and La Plata: The Personal Record of a Cruise" by C. S. Stewart is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Stewart's experiences and observations during his naval cruise aboard the U.S.S. Congress, documenting life on board, interactions with fellow crew members, and the various ports of call, particularly in Brazil and La Plata. The narrative offers insights into naval life, the challenges faced by sailors, and the sociopolitical climate of the regions he visits. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Stewart's journey as he reflects on the emotional weight of departing from home and the sacrifices inherent in naval service. He recounts the departure from Cape Henry, touching on the somber atmosphere as the ship heads into the unknown. The text vividly captures a significant incident on the first night at sea, where a crew member tragically falls overboard, which prompts a heartfelt prayer service that underscores the chaplain's role in providing moral support aboard a warship. Stewart's reflections combine personal experiences with broader observations of shipboard life, hinting at themes of duty, faith, and the complexities of naval discipline that will be further explored as his journey unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Brazil -- Description and travel Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Description and travel Montevideo (Uruguay) -- Description and travel Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54886 95718 95718