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Journal of a cruise to the Pacific Ocean, 1842-1844, in the frigate United States: with notes on Herman Melville
1937, Duke University Press
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Introduction: Herman Melville. Monterey and naval history. The manuscripts.
Abstract of a cruise in the United States frigate United States, in the Pacific Ocean, 1842-1844.
Appendices: A. Log of the United States (from the "Abstract") B. Monterey (from the Pacific squadron letters [of Commander Thomas ap Catesby Jones]) C. Scenes from naval life (from Meyers's Journal)
Notes.
Index.
Edition Notes
"The authorship of this journal is not indicated in the manuscript by name, initials, or other clue ... it is probable that he was not an officer of the ship."--Introd.
"Most of the manuscripts used in the preparation of this volume may be found in the Naval Records and Library, Navy Department, Washington, D.C."--Pref.
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