When he threw his spear, he was not five paces from the captain, who had resolved to shoot him for his own preservation.

It happened, however, that his musket missed fire; a circumstance on which he afterward reflected with pleasure.

When he joined his party, and tried his musket in the air, it went off perfectly well.

This island, from the disposition and behaviour of the natives, with whom no intercourse could be established, and from whom no benefit could be received, was called by our commander Savage Island.

It is about eleven leagues in circuit; is of a round form and good height: and has deep waters close to its shores.