Isbn: 9798240849183 (3 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the early Portuguese andSpanishexplorationsintheAustralasian regions, particularly focusing on the period between the late 15th century and the early 17th century. The bookdelves into the maritime activities that led to the knowledge of Australia and New Guinea, offering rich descrip tions of early maps and the explorers involved in these discoveries. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces the historical maritime context that shaped the pursuit of the Spice Islands and the discovery of new ter ritories. Collingridge discusses the competitive maritime prowess of Portu gal and Spain during the age of exploration, highlighting significant figures such as Magellan and the various expeditions that sought out these far-flung lands. The opening sets a clear tone for a detailed examination of early car tography and the complex interplay of national interests in the race for dis covery, paving the way for an in-depth exploration of the motivations and challenges faced by these explorers nd the New South rose with her forehead bare- Her forehead hare to meet the smiling sun- Australia in her golden panoply; And far off Empires see her work begun, And her large hope has compassed every sea.'-SIRGILBERTPARKER. Whatwasthe relative position of Europeannations inthearenaofmaritime discovery at the beginning of the sixteenth century Portugal was then mistress of the sea. Spain, too, indulging in an awakening yawn, was clutching with her out stretched hands at the shadowy treasure-islands of an unfinished dream. England had not yet launched her navy; Holland had not built hers. Portugal had already buried a king-the great grandson of Edward III. of England-whose enterprise had won for him the name of Henry the Nav igator.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea | Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts | George Collingridge | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | Radden | EAN 9798240849183 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…