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Rediscover the Classic Castaway Tale: "Wrecked on a Reef; Or Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles"
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Dive into one of the most compelling survival stories ever written with the re-release of Francois Edouard Raynal's " Wrecked on a Reef; Or Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles. [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336985/] " This classic tale of castaways and resilience is now available in a new edition, offering readers a gripping account of human endurance in the face of impossible odds.
First published in 1874, " Wrecked on a Reef " chronicles the true story of Raynal and his four shipmates who set sail from Sydney, Australia, in November 1863, seeking a reputed tin mine on Campbell Island. But fate had other plans. A devastating stform wrecked their schooner, the Grafton, leaving the crew stranded on the desolate Auckland Islands, a remote archipelago in the subantarctic region. Over the next twenty months, they battled harsh weather, isolation, and dwindling resources while striving to maintain hope and find a way to escape.
Raynal's vivid descriptions and meticulous documentation provide an intimate look at their challenges and the creative solutions they devised to survive as castaways. From constructing shelter and making tools to securing food and sustaining morale, the crew's resourcefulness and teamwork are testaments to the human spirit's resilience.
" Wrecked on a Reef " is more than a survival story; it is a foundational work that inspired subsequent adventure literature, including Jules Verne's "The Mysterious Island" and "Two Years' Vacation." This re-release brings the timeless narrative to a new generation of readers, offering insights into the perils and triumphs of exploration in an era when the world was still largely unexplored. Notably, it is considered the first true castaway autobiography ever published, predating even "Mutiny on the Bounty" by fifty years and providing an authentic account that stands apart from the fictionalized "Robinson Crusoe."
The new edition includes a foreword that contextualizes the historical significance of Raynal's story and a map detailing the journey and the locations of key events. This added context enhances the reading experience, making it an ideal choice for history buffs, adventure enthusiasts, and anyone interested in maritime lore.
" Wrecked on a Reef; Or Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles " is available now at major booksellers and online retailers. Get your copy today and embark on a journey of courage, resilience, and survival.
About the Author
Francois Edouard Raynal and his four shipmates departed from Sydney, Australia, on the schooner Grafton on November 12th, 1863, for the small subantarctic Campbell island in search of a reputed tin mine. At the time of embarkation, Raynal had spent seventeen years of his life away from his home and family. His objective was twofold: adventure and fortune. Having, by his own account, failed in the latter, Raynal was making one final attempt before returning home to his beloved France.
Thus began twenty arduous months of man-against-the-elements in a quest for survival. His classic tale 'Les Naufrages, ou Vingt mois sur un recif des iles Auckland ' , later translated to English as 'Wrecked on a Reef' , is one of the finest adventure stories ever written. And is believed to have inspired Jules Verne's 'In Search of Castaways' and 'Mysterious Island' .
"Wrecked on a Reef" was his only book.
Book Name: Wrecked on a Reef: Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles
Author Name: F.E. Raynal [https://www.amazon.com/stores/F.-E.-Raynal/author/B001K87NLA] (Author), Guy W. Feltenstein (Foreword)
ISBN Number: 978-1917336987
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Paperback Version: Click Here [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336985/]
Hard Cover Version: Click Here [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336993/]
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Dive into one of the most compelling survival stories ever written with the re-release of Francois Edouard Raynal's " Wrecked on a Reef; Or Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles. [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336985/] " This classic tale of castaways and resilience is now available in a new edition, offering readers a gripping account of human endurance in the face of impossible odds.
First published in 1874, " Wrecked on a Reef " chronicles the true story of Raynal and his four shipmates who set sail from Sydney, Australia, in November 1863, seeking a reputed tin mine on Campbell Island. But fate had other plans. A devastating stform wrecked their schooner, the Grafton, leaving the crew stranded on the desolate Auckland Islands, a remote archipelago in the subantarctic region. Over the next twenty months, they battled harsh weather, isolation, and dwindling resources while striving to maintain hope and find a way to escape.
Raynal's vivid descriptions and meticulous documentation provide an intimate look at their challenges and the creative solutions they devised to survive as castaways. From constructing shelter and making tools to securing food and sustaining morale, the crew's resourcefulness and teamwork are testaments to the human spirit's resilience.
" Wrecked on a Reef " is more than a survival story; it is a foundational work that inspired subsequent adventure literature, including Jules Verne's "The Mysterious Island" and "Two Years' Vacation." This re-release brings the timeless narrative to a new generation of readers, offering insights into the perils and triumphs of exploration in an era when the world was still largely unexplored. Notably, it is considered the first true castaway autobiography ever published, predating even "Mutiny on the Bounty" by fifty years and providing an authentic account that stands apart from the fictionalized "Robinson Crusoe."
The new edition includes a foreword that contextualizes the historical significance of Raynal's story and a map detailing the journey and the locations of key events. This added context enhances the reading experience, making it an ideal choice for history buffs, adventure enthusiasts, and anyone interested in maritime lore.
" Wrecked on a Reef; Or Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles " is available now at major booksellers and online retailers. Get your copy today and embark on a journey of courage, resilience, and survival.
About the Author
Francois Edouard Raynal and his four shipmates departed from Sydney, Australia, on the schooner Grafton on November 12th, 1863, for the small subantarctic Campbell island in search of a reputed tin mine. At the time of embarkation, Raynal had spent seventeen years of his life away from his home and family. His objective was twofold: adventure and fortune. Having, by his own account, failed in the latter, Raynal was making one final attempt before returning home to his beloved France.
Thus began twenty arduous months of man-against-the-elements in a quest for survival. His classic tale 'Les Naufrages, ou Vingt mois sur un recif des iles Auckland ' , later translated to English as 'Wrecked on a Reef' , is one of the finest adventure stories ever written. And is believed to have inspired Jules Verne's 'In Search of Castaways' and 'Mysterious Island' .
"Wrecked on a Reef" was his only book.
Book Name: Wrecked on a Reef: Twenty Months Among the Auckland Isles
Author Name: F.E. Raynal [https://www.amazon.com/stores/F.-E.-Raynal/author/B001K87NLA] (Author), Guy W. Feltenstein (Foreword)
ISBN Number: 978-1917336987
Ebook Version: Click Here [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland-ebook/dp/B0D821VJN6/]
Paperback Version: Click Here [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336985/]
Hard Cover Version: Click Here [https://www.amazon.com/Wrecked-Reef-Twenty-Months-Auckland/dp/1917336993/]
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