Blue Jackets; or, The Adventures of J. Thompson, A.B., Among "the Heathen Chinee" / A Nautical Novel

Name: Blue Jackets; or, The Adventures of J. Thompson, A.B., Among "the Heathen Chinee" / A Nautical Novel
Author: Edward Greey

By Edward Greey

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The narrative follows J. Thompson, an able seaman, through enlistment, a court-martial, and repeated voyages to ports such as the Cape, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan, where encounters with naval discipline, harsh punishments, pirates, local peoples, and theatrical diversions lead to rescues, skirmishes, and personal entanglements; episodes depict cruelty within the service, cross-cultural observations in China, a siege at Canton, and eventual return home after marriage and parting scenes.

About the Author

Edward Greey

Edward Greey was an American author known for his nautical novel "Blue Jackets; or, The Adventures of J. Thompson, A.B., Among 'the Heathen Chinee.'" This work reflects Greey's interest in maritime themes and the complexities of cultural encounters during the era. His writing often explores the adventures and challenges faced by sailors, providing readers with a glimpse into life at sea and the interactions between different cultures. Greey's contributions to literature, though limited in number, offer a unique perspective on the maritime experience of his time.

Blue Jackets; or, The Adventures of J. Thompson, A.B., Among "the Heathen Chinee" / A Nautical Novel

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