Narrative of My Captivity in Japan V2: During the Years 1811, 1812, and 1813, with Observations on the Country and the People (1818)

The book ""Narrative Of My Captivity In Japan V2: During The Years 1811, 1812, And 1813, With Observations On The Country And The People"" is written by Vasilij Michajlovic Golovnin and was published in 1818. The book is a first-hand account of Golovnin's captivity in Japan during the years 1811-1813. The author was a Russian naval officer who was captured by the Japanese while on a mission to explore the Kuril Islands.The book provides a detailed description of Golovnin's experiences during his captivity, including his interactions with the Japanese people and his observations of the country and its culture. The author also provides insights into the political and social structures of Japan during this period.The second volume of the book contains additional observations and insights by the author, including his thoughts on the Japanese language, religion, and customs. The book is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on Japan during the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese history or culture.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