A first-hand account of what it was like to emigrate from Scotland to Australia in 1869 by clipper, from the shipboard diary of a young Scotsman giving details of conditions on board, navigation, passengers, captain and crew. Includes images of the ship and other clippers, old photographs of Scotland and contemporary images of Melbourne docks and city when he arrived there; as well as cargo manifest, passenger list and ship's log
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Story of the book including two photographs.
-- Aberrdeen Press and Journal 12 January 2009
This shipboard journal gives such a vivid account of a 19th century voyage into what was then an unknown country and conditions. The young Scotsman who emigrated had a great eye for detail; the title comes from his description of the huge billowing sails of the clipper when he says "This is like going round the world flying". I added an introduction following up some of his references, and giving an overview of emigration from Scotland at that time. Of particular interest to those with family tree searches and maritime or sailing ship enthusiasts.
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Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Round the World Flying This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780953468621
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Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 58001097-20
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Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780953468621
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Seller: BookAddiction (IOBA, IBooknet), Canterbury, United Kingdom
Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: N/A. 68pp, with black and white illustrations. Signed by the author on the title page. Laminated, illustrated light card covers. 8vo. Gentle edge wear to card covers. Previous owner's name on first page else neat, clean, bright and tight. The journal of Alexander McNeill from his time on board the clipper Macduff, when he emigrated from Scotland to Melbourne, Australia in the late 1860s. He wrote of his experiences on board, writing intended for his family back home but which have survived since and now provide a unique insight into life on board. Seller Inventory # 038164
Seller: Cherubz Books, York, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Same day dispatch. Lovely copy. Seller Inventory # 79-EECM-BUDK
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Seller: The Old Bookshelf, Campbeltown, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. First Edition. NEW - SIGNED BY EDITOR - A fine new paperback. First-hand account of emigration from Scotland to Australia in 1869 by clipper. From the shipboard diary giving details of conditions on board, navigation, passengers, captain and crew. Includes images of the ship and other clippers, old photographs of Scotland and contemporary images of Melbourne docks and city, as well as cargo manifest, passenger list and ship's log. Carefully packaged and posted within 48 hours from our wee bookshop in Scotland.; B&W Photographs; 9.53 X 6.61 X 0.24 inches; 72 pages; Signed by Editor. Seller Inventory # 57035
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Seller: Taipan Books, Inglewood, WA, Australia
Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 67pp incl index. Profusely illustrated with historic b&w maps, documents and photo reproductions. Signed by Carol McNeill to the bottom of the title page. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 003549
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