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Fischer, Christian August
1771
1829
Althing, Christian
Althing, Chr. (Christian)
Fröhlichsheim, Felix von
Frohlichsheim, Felix von
Haafner, Jacob
1754
1809
Haafner, J. G. (Jacob Gotfried)
Potter, Hebelius
1768
1824
Potter, Haebele
Tombe, Charles François
1771
1829
Tombe, Charles Francois
Die drei Ostindienfahrer : $b abentheuerliche Reisegeschichten
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"Die drei Ostindienfahrer: abentheuerliche Reisegeschichten" by Christian August Fischer is a collection of adventurous travel tales written in the early 19th century. The work reflects on the experiences of Dutch East India traders, particularly focusing on the life and challenges faced by individuals as they navigate the perils of their journeys. This includes elements of maritime struggle, encounters with colonial authorities, and personal turmoil amid the backdrop of foreign lands. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces Jacob Haafner, who serves as a second mate on a Dutch company ship destined for India. The opening details his difficult voyage, which is marred by the tyrannical nature of the ship's captain, leading to a mutiny after the captain's cruel punishment of sailors results in death. Following the arrival in India, Haafner grapples with expectations, aspirations for a more stable life, and the unfortunate reality of a civil servant role that falls far short of his hopes. The story thus sets the stage for an exploration of his adventures, highlighting themes of hardship, ambition, and the complexities of life in colonial settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/diedreiostindien00fisc
20210904094524fischer
1817
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Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Voyages and travels
East Indies -- Description and travel
Haafner, Jacob, 1754-1809
Tombe, Charles François, 1771-1829
Potter, Hebelius, 1768-1824
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Category: Adventure
Category: Travel Writing
Category: German Literature
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