Author: MacGillivray, John
Synopsis:
'Narrative of the Voyage of H.M.S. Rattlesnake' is a captivating account of the four-year expedition led by Captain Owen Stanley aboard the H.M.S. Rattlesnake. Written by John Macgillivray, the naturalist of the expedition, this volume focuses on the discoveries and surveys made in New Guinea and the Louisiade Archipelago. Additionally, it includes the account of Mr. E.B. Kennedy's expedition to explore the Cape York Peninsula. Through vivid descriptions and detailed observations, Macgillivray takes readers on a thrilling journey filled with adventure, exploration, and encounters with new cultures and wildlife.
Genres: Non-fiction, Travelogue, Exploration
Themes: Exploration, Adventure, Cultural Encounter, Natural History
Subjects: