A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 15 Forming A Complete History Of The Origin And Progress Of Navigation, Discovery, And Commerce, By Sea And Land, From The Earliest Ages To The Present Time By: Robert Kerr (1755-1813)
In this extensive volume, Robert Kerr provides readers with a detailed account of the history of navigation, discovery, and commerce from ancient times to the present day. The book is a comprehensive collection of voyages and travels that showcase the bravery and curiosity of explorers throughout history. Kerr's thorough research and engaging storytelling make this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in maritime history. The stories of famous expeditions and adventurers are brought to life through vivid descriptions and firsthand accounts, offering readers a unique insight into the challenges and triumphs of exploration. One could spend hours diving into the wealth of information contained in this volume, which covers everything from the early voyages of discovery to the age of exploration and beyond. Kerr's passion for the subject shines through in his writing, making this a valuable resource for both academics and casual readers alike. Overall, A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of navigation and exploration. Kerr's meticulous research and engaging prose make this a compelling and informative read that will appeal to a wide range of readers. First Page: A GENERAL HISTORY AND COLLECTION OF VOYAGES AND TRAVELS, ARRANGED IN SYSTEMATIC ORDER: FORMING A COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE ORIGIN AND PROGRESS OF NAVIGATION, DISCOVERY, AND COMMERCE, BY SEA AND LAND, FROM THE EARLIEST AGES TO THE PRESENT TIME. BY ROBERT KERR, F.R.S. & F.A.S. EDIN. ILLUSTRATED BY MAPS AND CHARTS. VOL. XV. WILLIAM BLACKWOOD, EDINBURGH: AND T. CADELL, LONDON. MDCCCXXIV. CONTENTS OF VOL. XV. PART III. BOOK II. [Continuing An Account of a Voyage towards the South Pole, and round the World, performed in his Majesty's ships the Resolution and Adventure, in the Years 1772, 3, 4, and 5: Written by James Cook, Commander of the Resolution.] CHAP. IV. Continued. From leaving New Zealand to our return to England, SECT. III. Range from Christmas Sound, round Cape Horn, through Strait Le Maire, and round Staten Land; with an Account of the Discovery of a Harbour in that Island, and a Description of the Coasts, IV. Observations, geographical and nautical, with an Account of the Islands near Staten Land, and the Animals found in them, V. Proceedings after leaving Staten Island, with an Account of the Discovery of the Isle of Georgia, and a Description of it, VI. Proceedings after leaving the Isle of Georgia, with an Account of the Discovery of Sandwich Land; with some Reasons for there being Land about the South Pole, VII... Continue reading book >>

A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 15 Forming A Complete History Of The Origin And Progress Of Navigation, Discovery, And Commerce, By Sea And Land, From The Earliest Ages To The Present Time By: Robert Kerr (1755-1813)

In this extensive volume, Robert Kerr provides readers with a detailed account of the history of navigation, discovery, and commerce from ancient times to the present day. The book is a comprehensive collection of voyages and travels that showcase the bravery and curiosity of explorers throughout history.

Kerr's thorough research and engaging storytelling make this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in maritime history. The stories of famous expeditions and adventurers are brought to life through vivid descriptions and firsthand accounts, offering readers a unique insight into the challenges and triumphs of exploration.

One could spend hours diving into the wealth of information contained in this volume, which covers everything from the early voyages of discovery to the age of exploration and beyond. Kerr's passion for the subject shines through in his writing, making this a valuable resource for both academics and casual readers alike.

Overall, A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of navigation and exploration. Kerr's meticulous research and engaging prose make this a compelling and informative read that will appeal to a wide range of readers.

First Page:

A GENERAL HISTORY AND COLLECTION OF VOYAGES AND TRAVELS,

ARRANGED IN SYSTEMATIC ORDER:

FORMING A COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE ORIGIN AND PROGRESS OF NAVIGATION, DISCOVERY, AND COMMERCE, BY SEA AND LAND, FROM THE EARLIEST AGES TO THE PRESENT TIME.

BY ROBERT KERR, F.R.S. & F.A.S. EDIN.

ILLUSTRATED BY MAPS AND CHARTS.

VOL. XV.

WILLIAM BLACKWOOD, EDINBURGH: AND T. CADELL, LONDON. MDCCCXXIV.

CONTENTS OF VOL. XV.

PART III. BOOK II.

[Continuing An Account of a Voyage towards the South Pole, and round the World, performed in his Majesty's ships the Resolution and Adventure, in the Years 1772, 3, 4, and 5: Written by James Cook, Commander of the Resolution.]

CHAP. IV. Continued. From leaving New Zealand to our return to England,

SECT. III. Range from Christmas Sound, round Cape Horn, through Strait Le Maire, and round Staten Land; with an Account of the Discovery of a Harbour in that Island, and a Description of the Coasts,

IV. Observations, geographical and nautical, with an Account of the Islands near Staten Land, and the Animals found in them,

V. Proceedings after leaving Staten Island, with an Account of the Discovery of the Isle of Georgia, and a Description of it,

VI. Proceedings after leaving the Isle of Georgia, with an Account of the Discovery of Sandwich Land; with some Reasons for there being Land about the South Pole,

VII... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 01	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 02	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 03
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 04	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 09	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 10
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 06	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 07	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 08
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 14	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 12Arranged in Systematic Order
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 15 Forming A Complete History Of The Origin And Progress Of Navigation, Discovery, And Commerce, By Sea And Land, From The Earliest Ages To The Present Time	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 05
A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 11	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 17	A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16

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