A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 01: Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time
Ücretsiz
Açıklama
"A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 01" by Robert Kerr is a comprehensive historical account written in the early 19th century. This work systematically compiles significant maritime expeditions from various eras, beginning from the time of Alfred the Great to the early explorations of the modern period. The overarching theme focuses on the evolution of navigation, discovery, and commerce throughout history, detailing the epic journeys that led to the understanding of geography and cultural interactions between different nations. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a structured exploration of ancient voyages, beginning with the discovery of Iceland by the Norwegians in the ninth century. The text dives into the maritime activities during the reign of King Alfred, interweaving narratives of notable explorers and their expeditions, such as Ohthere’s journey to the White Sea and Wulfstan's voyage in the Baltic. It emphasizes the significance of the
Kaynak ve lisans
Bu eser kamu malı ya da açık lisanslı. Lisans koşulları kaynağın kendi sayfasında yazılı.
Nasıl açılır?
Ürünü indirmek ya da uygulama içinde okumak için Shopy 101 uygulamasını kullan. Kitaplığına eklediğin her şey tüm cihazlarında aynı kalır.