A Cruise In The U. S. Steam Frigate Mississippi, William C. Nicholson, Captain: To China And Japan From July 1857 To February 1860 - Paperback

""A Cruise In The U. S. Steam Frigate Mississippi"" is a detailed account of the journey taken by Captain William C. Nicholson and his crew to China and Japan from July 1857 to February 1860. The book, written by William F. Gragg, provides a comprehensive description of the ship, its crew, and the various ports of call they visited during the voyage. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures encountered along the way, as well as the challenges and triumphs of life at sea. This historical account offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of naval travel during the mid-19th century and is sure to captivate readers interested in maritime history and adventure.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.