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Title: Voyager's Tales
Credits: Produced by Les Bowler. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Voyager's Tales" by Richard Hakluyt is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This work is a compilation of narratives detailing the voyages and adventures of various explorers and the experiences of Englishmen abroad during the Age of Discovery. It likely includes accounts of encounters with foreign lands, cultures, and challenges faced by those engaging in maritime exploration. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Richard Hakluyt himself, along with his motivations for collecting travel narratives. The opening narrative recounts the daring exploits of John Fox, who valiantly leads a rebellion against Turkish captors to rescue fellow Christians imprisoned in Alexandria. The tale unfolds with a vivid depiction of the chaos and bravery during the struggle, culminating in Fox's successful escape with over 250 captives, highlighting themes of faith, resilience, and the harsh realities of captivity. The text sets the stage for an exploration of valor and human spirit against adversity, making it a captivating read for those interested in historical exploration and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hakluyt, Richard, 1552?-1616
EBook No.: 3752
Published: Feb 1, 2003
Downloads: 32
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Discoveries in geography -- English
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Voyager's Tales
Credits: Produced by Les Bowler. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Voyager's Tales" by Richard Hakluyt is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This work is a compilation of narratives detailing the voyages and adventures of various explorers and the experiences of Englishmen abroad during the Age of Discovery. It likely includes accounts of encounters with foreign lands, cultures, and challenges faced by those engaging in maritime exploration. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Richard Hakluyt himself, along with his motivations for collecting travel narratives. The opening narrative recounts the daring exploits of John Fox, who valiantly leads a rebellion against Turkish captors to rescue fellow Christians imprisoned in Alexandria. The tale unfolds with a vivid depiction of the chaos and bravery during the struggle, culminating in Fox's successful escape with over 250 captives, highlighting themes of faith, resilience, and the harsh realities of captivity. The text sets the stage for an exploration of valor and human spirit against adversity, making it a captivating read for those interested in historical exploration and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hakluyt, Richard, 1552?-1616
EBook No.: 3752
Published: Feb 1, 2003
Downloads: 32
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels
Subject: Discoveries in geography -- English
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.