The Stag Diary

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Stag Diary 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Doug Limbrick ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“The Stag Diary – Passage to Colonial Adelaide 1850” by Doug Limbrick is a compelling and well-researched account of a remarkable journey. The book chronicles the voyage of around 260 emigrants who travelled to colonial South Australia in 1850 aboard a square-rigged ship named The Stag.

Most of the emigrants made the journey in steerage class, including Francis Taylor, who wrote, “… you cannot by day or night enjoy one moment of solitude…” He described the challenges faced by passengers, particularly after 12 days at sea with the ship making slow progress toward Plymouth—many struggled with sleep due to the ship’s motion and seasickness.

The Stag, a medium-sized square-rigger built in Sunderland in 1842, is illustrated in the book alongside an unidentified vessel. The final days of the voyage were filled with a mix of emotions and experiences, which the author vividly captures.

Through detailed references and thoughtful narration, Limbrick offers a glimpse into the lives and feelings of those on board. His extensive research shines throughout the book, making it a fascinating and informative read. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

• 𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon