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The Diary of Benjamin Reynolds: The Journal of a Voyage 'round Cape Horn from Philadelphia to Chile and back again via Rio de Janiero in 1840-41
Imagine yourself, a young man of 20 in the year 1840, about to embark on a sailing ship for an adventure you will never forget! This diary is one of those wonderful treasures that we all hope to discover in the attic. Consists of Mr. Reynolds' departure from Philadelphia, his voyage, descriptions of Valparaiso, Rio de Janiero, and the return voyage home.
80 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 1993
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October 6, 2021
Knowing that the author (compiler) pretty much literally found this man's diary in an attic, and that it was an acquaintance of her great grandfather, and married a great-great aunt of hers (can that be right??) makes this more interesting than it otherwise would have been. I had hoped this diary would describe life in Valparaiso and/or Rio, or even just life on the ship, more in-depth. I guess there were some details about life on the ship, but not really for the "terra firma" stops. We hear about his days and activities, but little much else about the people, cities and locations.
Still, an enjoyable glimpse into a real man's journey to South America in 1840.
Still, an enjoyable glimpse into a real man's journey to South America in 1840.
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