"A Voyage in the 'Sunbeam', Our Home on the Ocean for Eleven Months" by Annie Brassey is a captivating, late 1800s travel diary of a family's incredible journey around the world on their yacht, the 'Sunbeam'. It tells the story of their eleven-month adventure, from the moment they excitedly waved goodbye to England on July 1st, 1876. The readers get to intimately discover the beauty of different countries, learn about life aboard the ship, and experience the thrill of marine adventures mixed with challenges like fierce storms and the melancholy loss of a beloved pet. Together with its colorful onboard characters, this historical work is a compelling tale of family adventure, resilience, and the wonders seen when exploring the deep blue sea.
A Voyage in the 'Sunbeam', Our Home on the Ocean for Eleven Months
By Annie Brassey
Embark on a historical eleven-month maritime world tour, filled with excitement and surprising discoveries, as a family navigates both calm waters and perilous storms aboard their beloved sailing vessel.
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About the AuthorAnna Brassey, Baroness Brassey was an English traveller and writer. Her bestselling book A Voyage in the Sunbeam, our Home on the Ocean for Eleven Months (1878) describes a voyage around the world.
Anna Brassey, Baroness Brassey was an English traveller and writer. Her bestselling book A Voyage in the Sunbeam, our Home on the Ocean for Eleven Months (1878) describes a voyage around the world.
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