This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, Part 2.
The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Ron Swanson (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian
Libraries)
Summary: "Celebrated Travels and Travellers, Part 2" by Jules Verne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume is part of a trilogy that chronicles the significant journeys and explorations of notable figures, focusing specifically on the great navigators of the 18th century. The book explores the contributions of various explorers, including Captain James Cook and Alexander Selkirk, shedding light on their voyages and the changes they brought to navigation and cartography during this era. At the start of this volume, the author sets the stage by highlighting the scientific advancements in navigation and cartography that defined the 18th century. The narrative introduces key figures like Maupertuis and Condamine, detailing their astronomical expeditions and their revolutionary impact on understanding the Earth's shape. The opening portion also recounts the adventures of early privateers such as Wood Rogers and explores the dramatic return of Alexander Selkirk from solitude on Juan Fernandez Island, showcasing the human experiences intertwined with the age of exploration. Through engaging storytelling, Verne provides readers with a rich tapestry of historical exploration, emphasizing the interplay between science, adventure, and discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
Illustrator: Benett, Léon, 1838-1917
Illustrator: Matthis, Charles Émile, 1838-
Illustrator: Philippoteaux, Paul, 1846-1923
EBook No.: 25784
Published: Jun 14, 2008
Downloads: 170
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Discoveries in geography
Subject: Explorers
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, Part 2.
The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Ron Swanson (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian
Libraries)
Summary: "Celebrated Travels and Travellers, Part 2" by Jules Verne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume is part of a trilogy that chronicles the significant journeys and explorations of notable figures, focusing specifically on the great navigators of the 18th century. The book explores the contributions of various explorers, including Captain James Cook and Alexander Selkirk, shedding light on their voyages and the changes they brought to navigation and cartography during this era. At the start of this volume, the author sets the stage by highlighting the scientific advancements in navigation and cartography that defined the 18th century. The narrative introduces key figures like Maupertuis and Condamine, detailing their astronomical expeditions and their revolutionary impact on understanding the Earth's shape. The opening portion also recounts the adventures of early privateers such as Wood Rogers and explores the dramatic return of Alexander Selkirk from solitude on Juan Fernandez Island, showcasing the human experiences intertwined with the age of exploration. Through engaging storytelling, Verne provides readers with a rich tapestry of historical exploration, emphasizing the interplay between science, adventure, and discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
Illustrator: Benett, Léon, 1838-1917
Illustrator: Matthis, Charles Émile, 1838-
Illustrator: Philippoteaux, Paul, 1846-1923
EBook No.: 25784
Published: Jun 14, 2008
Downloads: 170
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Discoveries in geography
Subject: Explorers
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.