Les pirates chinois

About this book

In the mid-19th century, maritime trade routes were fraught with peril, particularly in the waters off China, where piracy thrived. "Les pirates chinois : Ma captivité dans les mers de la Chine" by Fanny Loviot offers a gripping firsthand account of her captivity aboard the goélette, "Indépendance." Loviot vividly recounts the brutality of her captors and the unyielding spirit of survival against overwhelming odds. This historical document not only highlights the dangers of maritime travel during this tumultuous era but also sheds light on the resilience of those ensnared in such harrowing circumstances. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, Loviot's narrative is a compelling exploration of courage amidst chaos.

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