Wrecked Among Cannibals in the Fijis: A Narrative of Shipwreck & Adventure in the South Seas
Salem, Massachusetts: Marine Research Society, 1923. Hardcover. Quarto. 76pp. Black and blue paper-covered boards with gold lettering on spine in original photographic dust jacket. Deckled fore-page edge. Frontispiece. Captivating account by William Endicott of his experiences during the 1829-31 voyage on the Glide. The ship struck a reef on March 21, 1831, and dragged its anchor for 8 miles until it finally wrecked on the Fijian Island Vanua Levu. Endicott was a Third Mate on the ship. With notes by Lawrence Waters Jenkins. Illustrated with b/w reproductions of photographs and drawings. List of Fijian words and names of crew members of the Glide at rear, as issued. Minor age wear on binding, two small dents on front cover. Staining, tearing and chipping on dj. Slight sunning from dj on endpapers. Dust jacket in fair, book in very good condition. Dramatic account with an engaging insight into Fijian culture and customs of the early 1830's. g. Item #27699
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