Great Adventures and Explorations: From the Earliest Times to the Present as Told by the Explorers Themselves (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169376793)

Great Adventures and Explorations: From the Earliest Times to the Present as Told by the Explorers Themselves is a book written by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. The book is a compilation of stories from explorers who have embarked on various expeditions throughout history. The stories are arranged chronologically, starting from the earliest times and ending with the present. The book covers a wide range of topics, including famous explorers such as Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo, and Sir Francis Drake, as well as lesser-known adventurers who have made significant contributions to exploration. The stories are told in the explorers' own words, providing a unique perspective on their experiences. The book is divided into six sections, each covering a different time period. The first section covers the ancient world, including stories of the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans. The second section covers the medieval period, including stories of the Crusades and the travels of Marco Polo. The third section covers the age of exploration, including stories of Christopher Columbus, Vasco da Gama, and Magellan. The fourth section covers the period of colonial expansion, including stories of explorers such as David Livingstone and Henry Stanley in Africa. The fifth section covers the polar expeditions of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including stories of Robert Peary and Roald Amundsen. The final section covers modern exploration, including stories of astronauts and deep-sea divers. Overall, Great Adventures and Explorations is a fascinating book that provides a unique insight into the world of exploration. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, adventure, or exploration.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: Vilhjalmur Stefansson
ISBN-10: 1169376797
ISBN-13: 9781169376793
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 800
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.50lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.69d