The Tregurtha Log: Relating the Adventurous Life of Captain Edward Primrose Tregurtha

The Tregurtha Log: Relating the Adventurous Life of Captain Edward Primrose Tregurtha is a maritime history title edited by Dan Sprod. It tells the story of Cornish-born Captain Edward Primrose Tregurtha, whose life included early Royal Navy service, work in the East India Company arena, whaling in the South Seas in the 1830s and later connections with Tasmania based at George Town and Launceston, Van Diemen's Land.

This is a strong title for readers interested in maritime history, colonial shipping, whaling and Tasmanian history. Tregurtha’s career connects several important strands of 19th-century seafaring, including the movement of ships, people and goods between Britain, the Pacific and the Australian colonies. It is a useful book for collectors and researchers because it preserves the life of a lesser-known but historically significant mariner.

BOOK DETAILS

• Hardcover book with dustjacket
• Signed, limited edition #579 of 600
• Published by Blubber Head Press, 1980, not out of print.
• 165-pages, indexed
• Approximate size 19.5cm wide x 31.5cm tall

CONDITION

Used but generally good condition with the previous owner's details written in the front. Please contact the bookshop, Just Tassie Books at The Book Cellar, if you require additional detailed photos and description of condition before purchasing.

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