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Mutiny: A History of Naval Insurrection
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Product Description
Nothing is more terrifying to a seagoing captain than the specter of mutiny, and nothing more riveting than a tale of mutinous deeds. Here Leonard F. Guttridge provides a casebook of mutinies that have occurred over the past two hundred years-from the Magellan expedition to the U.S. aircraft carrier Constellation.
"Mutinies make for excellent reading." (The Daily Telegraph)
"Captivating. Leonard F. Guttridge takes his readers on an eloquent historical tour." (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
"This is a well-balanced, illuminating treatment of a rather murky subject, handled deftly. A valuable addition to any naval library." (Associated Press)
"A fascinating study of law, discipline, and morale. Highly recommended." (Library Journal)
Product Details
- Published on: 2006-11-15
- Original language: English
- Binding: Paperback
- 318 pages
Editorial Reviews
From Library Journal
Mutiny! The word itself has struck fear into the hearts of naval officers since the inception of organized navies. Yet, as Guttridge demonstrates in this narrative history of modern mutinies, there still is no precise definition of mutiny or mutinous behavior. Beginning with mutiny in the navy of England's George I (1714-27), the author ( Icebound , LJ 6/1/86) provides detailed and fascinating descriptions of such famous mutinies as the Bounty , the Somers, and the Potemkin . He examines modern occurrences, such as those on United States aircraft carriers during the Vietnam War, and discusses the connection between mutiny and morale as a fitting conclusion. This is a fascinating study of law, discipline, and morale as they interact at sea from a historical perspective. Highly recommended for public and academic libraries.
- Harold N. Boyer, Marple P.L., Broomall, Pa.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
About the Author
Leonard F. Guttridge is the author of Icebound and Ghosts of Cape Sabine. He wrote The Great Coalfield War with George S. McGovern and short stories and essays on jazz for the album covers of Time-Life's "Giants of Jazz" and the Smithsonian's "Big Band Jazz" series.
