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_aDowns, Barnabas, _d1757-1817 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA brief and remarkable narrative of the life and extreme sufferings of Barnabas Downs, Jun. |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-09-29 | ||
| 508 | _aSteve Mattern, David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"A brief and remarkable narrative of the life and extreme sufferings of Barnabas…" is a biographical account penned by Barnabas Downs, Jun., published in the late 18th century. This narrative chronicles the extreme hardships faced by the author during a shipwreck on the brig Arnold, detailing the harrowing experiences of survival amidst a fierce winter storm that claimed the lives of numerous crewmates. The book offers a glimpse into seafaring life during this period, particularly focusing on a singular event that tested human endurance and faith. The narrative unfolds with Barnabas Downs recounting his background and transition from farming to a soldier's life during a tumultuous time. Following his military service, he embarks on a privateering venture that ultimately leads to tragedy when the Arnold is caught in a snowstorm and runs aground. Throughout his ordeal, Downs provides a vivid description of the despair and chaos aboard the ship, where many perished from exposure and fear. His heartfelt reflections on divine providence serve as a testament to his faith, revealing his resilience and gratitude for survival against overwhelming odds. Ultimately, the account is both a personal testimony and a broader commentary on human vulnerability in the face of nature's might. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cBoston: E. Russell, 1786 |
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| 653 | _aShipwrecks | ||
| 653 | _aDowns, Barnabas, 1757-1817 | ||
| 653 | _aJames Arnold (Ship) | ||
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