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In *Voyage of the Liberdade*, Joshua Slocum narrates his daring South American trading expedition aboard the bark "Aquidneck." After the vessel is lost in Brazilian harbor, Slocum builds the 35‑foot junk‑rigged ship "Liberdade." He then sails this newly erected craft across the Atlantic, returning to the United States with tales of resilience and maritime ingenuity. The account offers a vivid blend of historical detail, practical seamanship, and personal adventure.
First publish date: 1894
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Joshua Slocum
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