Journal of Voyages and Travels by the Rev. Daniel Tyerman and George Bennet, Esq: Deputed from the London Missionary Society, to Visit Their Various Stations in the South Sea Islands, China, India, &c. Between the Years 1821 and 1829, 1. köideCrocker and Brewster, 1832 |
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Page 11
... late voracious pursuer to its own destruction . In less than five minutes his hope was realized ; and his transport then was equal to his former rage , when he saw the shark fast upon his snare . It was quickly hauled on deck , by means ...
... late voracious pursuer to its own destruction . In less than five minutes his hope was realized ; and his transport then was equal to his former rage , when he saw the shark fast upon his snare . It was quickly hauled on deck , by means ...
Page 124
... late , had applied on Saturday night , but could not get his Baba then . He , however , refused to take back his bamboo of oil , and lashed it to one of the posts of the house , to hang there in readiness against the Monday . All , at ...
... late , had applied on Saturday night , but could not get his Baba then . He , however , refused to take back his bamboo of oil , and lashed it to one of the posts of the house , to hang there in readiness against the Monday . All , at ...
Page 210
... late heavy rains , being out in many places , the path was overflowed , and made very uncomfortable for foot - passen- gers . Had not Mr. Bennet been much refreshed and re- invigorated with change of air , and agreeable motion , on our ...
... late heavy rains , being out in many places , the path was overflowed , and made very uncomfortable for foot - passen- gers . Had not Mr. Bennet been much refreshed and re- invigorated with change of air , and agreeable motion , on our ...
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