This is a history of the 10-gun brig and survey ship; HMS Beagle. It became famous for her survey voyages under Commander Robert Fitzroy; especially once Charles Darwin; a passenger on the second expedition; wrote the On the Origin of Species; which was based on studies undertaken during the voyage. As part of the renowned Anatomy of the Ship series; this book provides the finest documentation of the Bellona; with a complete set of superb line drawings; supported by technical details and a record of the ship's service history.
#1199066 in Books 1982-07-29 1982-07-29Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.75 x .15 x 7.25l; .37 #File Name: 085045449248 pages
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