1615 Baskavigin
1615 Baskavigin by Jón Guðmundsson, published by Pantor on July 2, 2015, is a historical account detailing the shipwreck of three whale-hunting vessels from Gipuzkoa in Iceland during September 1615. This edition commemorates the 400th anniversary of these tragic events, which resulted in the survival of 83 crewmembers, while between 32 and 40 were killed in the aftermath. Jón Guðmundsson provides an unbiased report on these occurrences, which ultimately led to his exile.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of the historical context surrounding the shipwreck and its aftermath, focusing on the impact of these events on the local community and the surviving crew. The narrative delves into the themes of survival and tragedy, offering insights into the maritime history of Europe during this period. With 320 pages, this English edition presents a significant historical account that reflects on the consequences of maritime endeavors in the early 17th century.
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In the month of September 1615 three whale-hunting vessels from Gipuzkoa were shipwrecked in Iceland, right about the time when they were preparing for their return journey. 83 crewmembers survived the storm, but between thirty two and forty were killed in the following days. Jón Guðmundsson wrote an unbiased report on those events, and as a result he was declared an outlaw in his own country. This edition is produced on the occasion of the 400 anniversary of those tragic events. En septiembre de 1615 tres balleneros gipuzkoanos naufragaron en Islandia cuando se disponían a volver a sus casas después de una provechosa campaña de caza. Ochenta y tres marinos sobrevivieron a la tempestad pero entre treinta y dos y cuarenta de los mismos fueron asesinados en los días sucesivos. Jón Guðmundsson el Sabio relató estos eventos por lo que fue condenado al exilio. Esta edición conmemora el 400 aniversario de la masacre. 1615eko irailean, hiru baleontzi gipuzkoar Islandian hondoratu ziren ehiza denboraldi probetxugarriarekin euren etxeetara itzultzeko prest zeudenean. Laurogeita hiru arrantzale bizirik atera ziren ekaitzetik, baina hogeita hamabi eta berrogei bitarte erail egin zituzten hurrengo egunetan. Jón Guðmundsson Jakintsuak gertakari hauek kontatu zituen eta horren eraginez erbestera kondenatu zuten. Edizio honek sarraskiaren 400. urtemuga oroitarazten du.
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