Die drei Ostindienfahrer : abentheuerliche Reisegeschichten by Fischer et al.
"Die drei Ostindienfahrer: abentheuerliche Reisegeschichten" by Christian August Fischer is a collection of adventurous travel tales written in the early 19th century. The work reflects on the experiences of Dutch East India traders, particularly focusing on the life and challenges faced by individuals as they navigate the perils of their journeys. This includes elements of maritime struggle, encounters with colonial authorities, and personal turmoil amid the backdrop of foreign lands. At the
start of the collection, the narrative introduces Jacob Haafner, who serves as a second mate on a Dutch company ship destined for India. The opening details his difficult voyage, which is marred by the tyrannical nature of the ship's captain, leading to a mutiny after the captain's cruel punishment of sailors results in death. Following the arrival in India, Haafner grapples with expectations, aspirations for a more stable life, and the unfortunate reality of a civil servant role that falls far short of his hopes. The story thus sets the stage for an exploration of his adventures, highlighting themes of hardship, ambition, and the complexities of life in colonial settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Fischer, Christian August, 1771-1829 |
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| Contributor | Haafner, Jacob, 1754-1809 |
| Contributor | Potter, Hebelius, 1768-1824 |
| Contributor | Tombe, Charles François, 1771-1829 |
| Title | Die drei Ostindienfahrer : abentheuerliche Reisegeschichten |
| Original Publication | Leipzig: Hartleben, 1817. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Hans Theyer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Subject | East Indies -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Haafner, Jacob, 1754-1809 |
| Subject | Tombe, Charles François, 1771-1829 |
| Subject | Potter, Hebelius, 1768-1824 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75362 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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