Perils By Sea And Land is a historical narrative that recounts the tragic loss of the Brig Australia, a ship that caught fire during its voyage from Leith to Sydney in 1845. Written by James R. McGavin, the book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the disaster, including the ship's departure from Scotland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its arrival in Sydney. The author describes the challenges faced by the crew as they battled the flames and attempted to save the ship, as well as the harrowing experiences of the passengers, who were forced to abandon the vessel and take to the lifeboats. McGavin also provides insights into the social and political context of the time, including the impact of the Australian gold rush and the growing tensions between Britain and its colonies. Overall, Perils By Sea And Land is a gripping and informative account of a tragic maritime disaster that sheds light on the challenges and dangers faced by sailors and passengers in the nineteenth century.With An Account Of The Sufferings, Religious Exercises, And Final Rescue Of The Crew And Passengers.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.