A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 by Robert Kerr et al.
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Stevenson, William, 1772-1829
English
"A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18" by Robert Kerr et al. is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This comprehensive work systematically explores the evolution of navigation, discovery, and commerce across both sea and land from ancient times through the early 19th century. The volume aims to det...
the world. The opening of this volume presents an engaging preface and historical sketch that delves into the early interactions of ancient civilizations with maritime commerce, specifically focusing on the Phoenicians, Egyptians, and Israelites. It outlines the geographical contexts that influenced these nations' trading and navigational practices and reflects on the development of navigation as a science intertwined with commerce. The text emphasizes how early trade was a driving force behind the discovery of new lands and the establishment of routes, establishing a foundation for the more extensive accounts that will follow in the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Melissa Jackson
9 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the author's voice is distinct and makes complex topics easy to digest. Exactly what I needed.
Joseph Scott
10 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged. Thanks for sharing this review.
Joseph Ramirez
1 year agoFrom the very first page, the atmosphere created is totally immersive. This story will stay with me.
Noah Jones
1 month agoPerfect.
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Susan Thompson
11 months agoA must-have for anyone studying this subject.