Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia:a Collection of Documents, and Extracts from Early Manuscript Maps, Illustrative of the History of Discovery on the Coasts of That Vast Island, from the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century to the Time of Captain Cook.
1859
Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia:a Collection of Documents, and Extracts from Early Manuscript Maps, Illustrative of the History of Discovery on the Coasts of That Vast Island, from the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century to the Time of Captain Cook.
1859
History - Other, Travel Writing
Published in 1859, 'Early Voyages to Terra Australis' by Richard Henry Major is a historical compilation of documents and extracts from early manuscript maps detailing the exploration of Australia from the 16th century to Captain Cook's era. The book examines early European encounters with the continent, highlighting the conflicting narratives of Portuguese and Dutch navigators and their contributions to mapping the region. It provides insights into the misconceptions and mysteries surrounding Australia prior to its more thorough exploration, making it a significant resource for understanding the history of discovery in this vast land.
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Major, R. H. (1859). Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia:a Collection of Documents, and Extracts from Early Manuscript Maps, Illustrative of the History of Discovery on the Coasts of That Vast Island, from the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century to the Time of Captain Cook.. Lex. https://lex-books.com/book/early-voyages-to-terra-australis-now-called-australia-a-collection-of-documents--e885e5d2-d6ed-48bd-9e86-c82396bc4258Chicago
Major, Richard Henry. Early Voyages to Terra Australis, Now Called Australia:a Collection of Documents, and Extracts from Early Manuscript Maps, Illustrative of the History of Discovery on the Coasts of That Vast Island, from the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century to the Time of Captain Cook.. Lex. https://lex-books.com/book/early-voyages-to-terra-australis-now-called-australia-a-collection-of-documents--e885e5d2-d6ed-48bd-9e86-c82396bc4258.
