On April 28, 1789, a band of mutineers turned an ordinary voyage into an unforgettable legend. The conflict between Lieutenant William Bligh and Master’s Mate Fletcher Christian of the H.M.S. Bounty is one of the most famous stories in maritime history. Many volumes have been written about the mutiny, its protagonists and its aftermath on Pitcairn Island. From Bligh’s firsthand account in 1790 through 2006, this copiously illustrated reference book examines more than 1700 books, articles and other materials dealing with the mutiny and its legacy. Major works, including nonfiction accounts, fiction, poetry, articles, plays and movies, are given analytical discussions. These works (presented chronologically) trace the history of the emotions and opinions of the public, allowing consideration of each work within the cultural and scholarly context of its period. Lesser works and related readings, also annotated, are provided as well. Appendices direct readers to Internet resources and notable documentaries. The book is thoroughly indexed.

Public relations professional Donald A. Maxton is the director of communications for a major hospital network in New York City. He lives in Springfield, New Jersey.

Donald A. Maxton

Format: softcover (7 x 10)
Pages: 264
Bibliographic Info: 83 photos, references, appendices, bibliographies, index
Copyright Date: 2008
pISBN: 978-0-7864-3064-2
Imprint: McFarland

Acknowledgments      vii
Foreword by Sven Wahlroos      1
Preface      5

1. 18TH CENTURY NONFICTION      7
Major Works      7
Additional Works      19
Supplemental Bibliography      21

2. 19TH CENTURY NONFICTION      23
Major Works      24
Additional Works      46
Supplemental Bibliography      51

3. 20TH AND 21ST CENTURY NONFICTION      55
Major Works      56
Additional Works      97
Supplemental Bibliography      105

4. FICTION, POETRY AND PLAYS      129
Major Works      130
Additional Works      157
Supplemental Bibliography      164

5. ILLUSTRATED BOOKS      167
Major Works      169
Additional Works      197
Supplemental Bibliography      201

6. FILMS, MAGAZINES AND MUSIC      203
Major Works      204
Additional Works      225
Supplemental Bibliography      228

Appendix I: Selected Documentaries      231
Appendix II: Selected Web Sites      233
References      235
Index      239

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