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_aFracker, George, _d1795-1881 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA voyage to South America, with an account of a shipwreck in the river La Plata, in the year 1817 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2024 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2024-10-30 | ||
| 508 | _aThe Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"A Voyage to South America, with an Account of a Shipwreck in the River La Plata" by George Fracker is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The narrative recounts the harrowing experiences of the sole survivor of a shipwreck, detailing both the ship's journey and the subsequent trials faced after the disaster. This work captures the intrigue of adventure, survival, and the exploration of South America, all set against the backdrop of a tumultuous maritime journey. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the journey of the ship Ocean, carrying a mixed group of passengers, including military officers and civilians, from New York to the River Plate. The voyage quickly takes a dire turn as the ship encounters severe weather conditions, leading to a catastrophic shipwreck. As the protagonist and others face the chaos of their surroundings, it becomes evident that survival will involve immense physical and emotional challenges. The sense of despair is palpable as they navigate treacherous waters and the struggle for life in a threatening environment unfolds, culminating in the main character's solitary battle against overwhelming odds at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cBoston, MA: Ingraham and Hewes, 1826 |
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| 653 | _aShipwrecks | ||
| 653 | _aUruguay -- Description and travel | ||
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| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74661 |
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