Journal of Commodore Goodenough: During His Last Command as Senior Officer on the Australian Station, 1873-1875 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

James Graham Goodenough

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1331369916 ISBN 13: 9781331369912

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Commodore Goodenough’s last command in the Australian Station comes to life in this vivid memoir.

This nonfiction account follows James Graham Goodenough from his birth and early schooling to his rise in the Royal Navy, with a focus on the years 1873–1875. Readers gain insight into the man behind the rank, his leadership, and the experiences that shaped his career across the Pacific, Samoa, and the Australian frontier.

This edition brings together detailed chapters on childhood, education, and naval training, then moves through voyages, dispatches, and key engagements. It offers a window into 19th‑century naval life, including the relationships with officers, mentors, and local communities encountered on distant seas. The narrative weaves personal recollections with historical context to illuminate a significant period in naval history.
What you’ll experience

• A chronological look at a naval officer’s formative years and his approach to duty and discipline
• Vivid scenes from long Pacific voyages, port calls, and remote outposts
• Reflections on leadership, perseverance, and the making of a seasoned commander
• Illustrative details of ships, routes, and life at sea in the era

Ideal for readers of naval history, biographies, and maritime adventures who want a balanced, first‑person perspective on life in the Royal Navy during the late 19th century.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331369916
• ISBN 13: 9781331369912
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 436