The thrilling classic account of the strange, eventful, and tragic voyage of His Majesty's Ship Bounty in 1788 - 1789. Fletcher Christian, master's mate on HMS Bounty prepares to seize control of a ship torn apart by the sadism of her captain, which culminates in his mutiny against Captain Bligh. One of the greatest sea adventures ever written!

In 1787 prisoners are shipped from Newgate Jail to found a new penal colony in Botany Bay, New South Wales. Amongst them is Hugh Tallant, an American medical student who had been wrongly imprisoned. During the sea journey he begins to clash with the villainous Captain Gilbert and is soon plotting a full-scale mutiny against him. A great companion read with Mutiny on the Bounty!

The acclaimed novel of love and courage. An intolerant Governor sets off a series of tragic events in an idyllic Pacific paradise, disrupting the peaceful lives of newlywed islanders Terangi and Marama in this tale of brave and beautiful people... of a young outlaw and his sensuous bride... of survival, of love and courage. A story of elemental terror, of strong men against the sea. By the authors of Mutiny on the Bounty

An interesting historical novel by the authors of Mutiny on the Bounty. The novel decribes the life of the Hugh Tallant, as told by himself. Hugh Tallant, an American, is convicted in London of highway robbery and as such exported as a convict to New South Wales, Australia, as part of the First Fleet. The story shows its readers the hardship of the convicts who arrived on the First Fleet, as well as the even worse conditions endured by the convicts of the Second Fleet. Because the historic...

Pitcairn's Island is a compelling anthology that explores the complex tapestry of human experience through the lens of marooned souls on a distant island. This collection captures the essence of isolation and community, resonating with readers through an exquisite blend of narrative styles ranging from adventure to historical reflections. As a significant contribution to the maritime literature of the early 20th century, it encapsulates not just the idyllic, treacherous lives on the island...

In 'Men Against the Sea,' the reader is transported into a compelling narrative tapestry that explores themes of survival, camaraderie, and the formidable human spirit in the face of adversity. This anthology stands as a testament to the diverse literary styles that Hall and Nordhoff masterfully weave together, ranging from gripping adventure to introspective explorations of human psychology. As readers delve into the vivid portrayals of seafaring life and relentless challenges, standout p...

The Hawaiian group consists, as you will see on the map, of eleven islands, of which Hawaii is the largest and Molokini the smallest. The islands together contain about 6000 square miles; and Hawaii alone has an area of nearly 4000 square miles, Maui 620, Oahu (which contains Honolulu, the capital) 530, and Kauai 500. Lanai, Kahoolawe, Molokai, Niihau, Kaula, Lehua, and Molokini are small islands. All are of volcanic origin, mountainous, and Hawaii contains the largest active crater in the...

Story of the dream of a young pilot whose plane is wrecked over the Pacific Ocean...

The eldritch secret behind the USA's clandestine operations, the predatory nature of certain world leaders, cults rising to support their country in the most violent ways they can imagine, tradgedy brought on by children's crafts and murderers close to the powers that be.Is there something terrifying hiding behind the facade of American history and politics? Can the powers that be control the powers that could be? We all have questions we would like to ask our leaders, and sometime...

The hundred and sixtieth meridian of east longitude bisects the island of Guadalcanal. The same meridian, nearly a thousand miles to the north, narrowly misses Ponapé, in the Caroline Group. Truk lies west of Ponapé, Kusaie east-southeast. Six hundred miles to the southeast and below the line is Nauru. Seven hundred miles west of Nauru, but above the Equator, is a tiny island with a formidable name: Kapingamarangi.

A cultural and geographical picture of Tahiti as it was during the early 20th Century. Two young Englishmen stop there on a tour of the south seas. Both fall in love with the people and landscape. This is a story of adventure, love and tragedy set in breathtaking lands of abundant vegetation and kind hearted people.

The story is of colonists and natives on a small atoll in the South Pacific, set in the late 1800s. The island is set upon by a fierce hurricane that destroys nearly everyone and everything. The story is beautifully crafted, with a detail and richness that vividly paints each scene for the reader's imagination.