Wreck Of The Glide

Wreck Of The Glide, written by James Oliver and first published in 1848, is a historical account of the tragic events that occurred on the ill-fated ship, Glide, during its voyage from Sydney to California. The book is divided into two parts: the first part details the shipwreck and the harrowing experiences of the survivors, while the second part describes the author's personal recollections of his time spent in Fiji and Wallis Island.The story begins with the Glide setting sail from Sydney with a crew of 27 and 14 passengers. However, a series of mishaps soon befall the ship, including a fire on board and a severe storm that damages the vessel. Eventually, the Glide runs aground on a reef near the island of Vatoa, leaving the survivors stranded and struggling to survive in a hostile environment.Oliver's vivid descriptions of the survivors' experiences, including their attempts to find food and water, build shelter, and signal for help, provide a gripping and emotional narrative. The book also includes sketches and illustrations that help to bring the story to life.The second part of the book is a collection of the author's recollections of his time spent in Fiji and Wallis Island. Oliver provides a detailed account of the customs, traditions, and way of life of the native people he encountered, as well as his own experiences and observations.Overall, Wreck Of The Glide is a fascinating and engaging historical account that offers insight into the lives of those who lived and traveled in the Pacific during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, survival stories, and the cultures of the South Pacific.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.