Grann, David

The Wager

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ISBN 13:
9781471183706
author:
Grann, David
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Simon & Schuster Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
368
Dimensions:
19.8 x 13 x 2.3 centimetres (0.3
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 2 working days
£10.55

Description

The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by David Grann In 1742, a British ship called the Wager was wrecked off the coast of Patagonia, leaving its crew to face starvation and treacherous seas. Against all odds, the survivors built a new craft and sailed for over 100 days, covering 2,500 miles. But their story took a dark turn when another, even more desperate, group of castaways arrived on the coast of Chile, with a tale of murder and betrayal. The two groups of survivors had vastly different accounts of the Wager's final days, with the first group accusing the captain and his men of tyranny and murder. The court martial that followed revealed a shocking truth, one that would have far-reaching consequences. This is a gripping true story of survival, mutiny, and the law, beautifully written and full of suspense. David Grann's masterful storytelling brings this extraordinary tale to life, shedding light on a pivotal moment in history that was long thought to be lost to the ages.

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