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Title: Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to Nordenskiold
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to Nordenskiold" by W.H.G. Kingston and Henry Frith is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles significant voyages of exploration from the time of Columbus through to Nordenskiold, providing intricate details of each journey while capturing the essence and motivations of the explorers involved. The narrative weaves together the lives of these adventurers, charting their quests as they grapple with the challenges of their times. The opening of the book begins by introducing Christopher Columbus and his persistence in acquiring royal support for his ambitious voyage to find a western route to India. It describes his early life, the skepticism he faced from learned men regarding his theories about the earth’s geography, and his eventual introduction to Queen Isabella, who plays a pivotal role in supporting his expedition. Upon successfully convincing the Spanish royal court to finance his journey, the narrative sets the stage for Columbus's monumental first voyage in 1492, leading to the momentous discovery of the New World. Through a rich tapestry of historical events and characters, the book promises to enlighten readers about the intricacies and triumphs of maritime exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Author: Frith, Henry, 1840-
EBook No.: 23494
Published: Nov 15, 2007
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Explorers
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to Nordenskiold
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to Nordenskiold" by W.H.G. Kingston and Henry Frith is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles significant voyages of exploration from the time of Columbus through to Nordenskiold, providing intricate details of each journey while capturing the essence and motivations of the explorers involved. The narrative weaves together the lives of these adventurers, charting their quests as they grapple with the challenges of their times. The opening of the book begins by introducing Christopher Columbus and his persistence in acquiring royal support for his ambitious voyage to find a western route to India. It describes his early life, the skepticism he faced from learned men regarding his theories about the earth’s geography, and his eventual introduction to Queen Isabella, who plays a pivotal role in supporting his expedition. Upon successfully convincing the Spanish royal court to finance his journey, the narrative sets the stage for Columbus's monumental first voyage in 1492, leading to the momentous discovery of the New World. Through a rich tapestry of historical events and characters, the book promises to enlighten readers about the intricacies and triumphs of maritime exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Author: Frith, Henry, 1840-
EBook No.: 23494
Published: Nov 15, 2007
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Explorers
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.