A United States Midshipman in the Philippines (eBook)

An American Midshipman's Journey in the Land of Contrasts

Yates Stirling (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
172 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406642105-2 (EAN)

Infos

Yates Stirling's 'A United States Midshipman in the Philippines' provides a detailed and engaging account of a young midshipman's experiences in the Philippines during the early 20th century. The book offers a mix of adventure, cultural exploration, and personal growth, written in a straightforward and engaging style that captures the essence of the time period. Stirling's vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs add depth to the narrative, making it both informative and entertaining for readers interested in history and travel literature. The book also sheds light on the military presence of the United States in the Philippines and its impact on both the locals and the American soldiers stationed there. Overall, Stirling's work is a valuable contribution to the genre of naval memoirs and offers a unique perspective on the colonial history of the Philippines. Readers looking for a well-researched and captivating account of life as a midshipman in a foreign land will find this book a rewarding read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Kinderbücher bis 11 Jahre
• Schlagworte: American authors • American Literature • historical fiction • Juvenile Fiction • military history • military novels • naval adventure • naval fiction • Naval Officer Memoirs • Navy • Philippines • Philippines literature • sea adventure • United States