Four Years In The Government Exploring Expedition: Commanded By Captain Charles Wilkes (1855) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164650775)

""Four Years In The Government Exploring Expedition: Commanded By Captain Charles Wilkes"" is a book written by George Musalas Colvocoresses and published in 1855. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences during the four-year expedition led by Captain Charles Wilkes, which aimed to explore the Pacific Ocean and map out the coastlines of various countries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the natural history of the regions visited, the customs and traditions of the indigenous people, and the challenges faced by the crew during their voyage. The author also provides insights into the scientific and technological advancements made during the expedition, including the use of new navigational instruments and the collection of specimens for study. The book is written in a vivid and engaging style, with detailed descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna encountered during the journey. It also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the places visited. Overall, ""Four Years In The Government Exploring Expedition: Commanded By Captain Charles Wilkes"" is a fascinating account of a significant scientific expedition in the mid-19th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration and scientific discovery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Musalas Colvocoresses
ISBN-10: 1164650777
ISBN-13: 9781164650775
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 372
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.77d