Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia
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- Nombre de pages263
- FormatePub
- ISBN859-65--4730559-0
- EAN8596547305590
- Date de parution15/09/2022
- Protection num.Digital Watermarking
- Taille790 Ko
- Infos supplémentairesepub
- ÉditeurDIGICAT
Résumé
In "Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia, " Richard Henry Major meticulously curates a collection of accounts and narratives from the earliest explorers who ventured to the distant shores of Australia. The book's literary style combines historical documentation with a scholarly analysis of maritime exploration, providing readers with both firsthand narratives and critical commentary.
Major's thorough research situates these voyages within the broader context of 17th and 18th-century European exploration, revealing the motivations and experiences of those who journeyed into unknown territories, often fueled by a mix of curiosity, commerce, and imperial ambition. Richard Henry Major, an esteemed geographer and historian of the 19th century, dedicated his career to uncovering the intricacies of exploration and colonialism.
His background in geography and his position as the first editor of the 'Geographical Journal' afforded him unique insights into the exploratory narratives of his time. These experiences inspired Major to compile this significant work, elucidating both the triumphs and tribulations faced by early mariners as they charted the vast landscapes of Australia. This book is highly recommended for readers with an interest in maritime history, colonial studies, or the early encounters between Europe and Australia.
Major's scholarly approach and rich compilation make it an essential resource for those seeking to understand the foundational narratives that shaped Australia's historical identity.
Major's thorough research situates these voyages within the broader context of 17th and 18th-century European exploration, revealing the motivations and experiences of those who journeyed into unknown territories, often fueled by a mix of curiosity, commerce, and imperial ambition. Richard Henry Major, an esteemed geographer and historian of the 19th century, dedicated his career to uncovering the intricacies of exploration and colonialism.
His background in geography and his position as the first editor of the 'Geographical Journal' afforded him unique insights into the exploratory narratives of his time. These experiences inspired Major to compile this significant work, elucidating both the triumphs and tribulations faced by early mariners as they charted the vast landscapes of Australia. This book is highly recommended for readers with an interest in maritime history, colonial studies, or the early encounters between Europe and Australia.
Major's scholarly approach and rich compilation make it an essential resource for those seeking to understand the foundational narratives that shaped Australia's historical identity.
In "Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia, " Richard Henry Major meticulously curates a collection of accounts and narratives from the earliest explorers who ventured to the distant shores of Australia. The book's literary style combines historical documentation with a scholarly analysis of maritime exploration, providing readers with both firsthand narratives and critical commentary.
Major's thorough research situates these voyages within the broader context of 17th and 18th-century European exploration, revealing the motivations and experiences of those who journeyed into unknown territories, often fueled by a mix of curiosity, commerce, and imperial ambition. Richard Henry Major, an esteemed geographer and historian of the 19th century, dedicated his career to uncovering the intricacies of exploration and colonialism.
His background in geography and his position as the first editor of the 'Geographical Journal' afforded him unique insights into the exploratory narratives of his time. These experiences inspired Major to compile this significant work, elucidating both the triumphs and tribulations faced by early mariners as they charted the vast landscapes of Australia. This book is highly recommended for readers with an interest in maritime history, colonial studies, or the early encounters between Europe and Australia.
Major's scholarly approach and rich compilation make it an essential resource for those seeking to understand the foundational narratives that shaped Australia's historical identity.
Major's thorough research situates these voyages within the broader context of 17th and 18th-century European exploration, revealing the motivations and experiences of those who journeyed into unknown territories, often fueled by a mix of curiosity, commerce, and imperial ambition. Richard Henry Major, an esteemed geographer and historian of the 19th century, dedicated his career to uncovering the intricacies of exploration and colonialism.
His background in geography and his position as the first editor of the 'Geographical Journal' afforded him unique insights into the exploratory narratives of his time. These experiences inspired Major to compile this significant work, elucidating both the triumphs and tribulations faced by early mariners as they charted the vast landscapes of Australia. This book is highly recommended for readers with an interest in maritime history, colonial studies, or the early encounters between Europe and Australia.
Major's scholarly approach and rich compilation make it an essential resource for those seeking to understand the foundational narratives that shaped Australia's historical identity.
