Memoirs Of A Captivity In Japan V3: During The Years 1811-1813 (1824)

Memoirs of a Captivity in Japan V3: During the Years 1811-1813 is a book written by Vasilii Mikhailovich Golovnin, a Russian naval officer who was captured by the Japanese in 1811 and held captive for two years. The book is a first-hand account of his experiences during his captivity, including his interactions with his Japanese captors and his attempts to escape. Golovnin's memoirs provide a rare insight into the closed society of Japan during the early 19th century, as he describes the customs, traditions and daily life of the Japanese people. He also provides an account of the political and social situation in Japan at the time, including the conflict between the Tokugawa shogunate and the Emperor.The book is divided into three volumes, with the third volume focusing on Golovnin's eventual release from captivity and his return to Russia. The memoirs are written in a straightforward, factual style, with occasional moments of humor and irony.Overall, Memoirs of a Captivity in Japan V3 is a fascinating and informative account of a unique historical event, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Japan and Russia in the early 19th century.In Three Volumes. With Observations On The Country And The People By Captain Golownin, Of The Russian Navy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more