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The Shipwrecked Orphans / A true narrative of the shipwreck and sufferings of John Ireland and William Doyley, who were wrecked in the ship Charles Eaton, on an island in the South Seas cover

The Shipwrecked Orphans / A true narrative of the shipwreck and sufferings of John Ireland and William Doyley, who were wrecked in the ship Charles Eaton, on an island in the South Seas

By John Ireland
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The narrative recounts a young sailor's account of a long sea voyage that ends when the vessel strikes a reef and breaks apart, leaving children among the survivors stranded on a remote island. Most passengers and crew are killed by local islanders while two boys are spared and live for years under indigenous care, experiencing both cruelty and kindness. The survivor describes daily hardships, encounters with island customs, and attempts at rescue, told in a straightforward, largely chronological manner with occasional explanatory notes for young readers.

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John Ireland

John Ireland was an author known for his detailed works on art and personal narratives. He is particularly recognized for his three-volume series "Hogarth's Works, with life and anecdotal descriptions of his pictures," which provides insights into the life and art of the English painter William Hogarth. In addition to his art criticism, Ireland also authored "The Shipwrecked Orphans," a true account detailing the harrowing experiences of himself and William Doyley after being shipwrecked in the South Seas. His writings reflect a blend of artistic appreciation and personal adventure, contributing to the literary heritage of the 19th century.

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