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100 1 $aHowgego, Raymond John,$d1946-
245 14 $aThe book of exploration /$cRay Howgego
250 $a1st U.S. ed.
260 $aNew York :$bBloomsbury,$c2009.
300 $a360 p. :$bcol. ill., col. maps ;$c30 cm.
500 $aFirst published in Great Britain in 2009 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.
500 $aIncludes index.
520 1 $a"The Book of Exploration is a chronological tour of the history of exploration by an expert in the field and prolific world traveller, from the pioneering excursions of the ancient Egyptians to the first surface-based crossings of the top and bottom of the world." "Before the turn of the nineteenth century, ventures into uncharted lands required material or spiritual reward to justify the perils of shipwreck, hostile natives, and dangers yet unknown. Until recent times, exploration for the sake of knowledge alone was rare; it was mostly undertaken by intrepid traders, gold. seekers, and valiant Christian missionaries. The Book of Exploration presents more than 150 of the most influential and unusual journeys of discovery, setting each firmly in its historical context. Roy Howgego introduces heroic adventurers battling the elements and committing their findings to journals and maps, pioneers who risked everything in search of fabled riches, and explorers determined to conquer the deserts, poles, and oceans of the globe." "Organized chronologically, beautifully illustrated with contemporary maps, paintings, journal entries, and other artifacts, The Book of Exploration is a feast for the eye and an unparalleled resource."--Jacket.
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776 08 $iOnline version:$aHowgego, Raymond John, 1946-$tBook of exploration.$b1st U.S. ed.$dNew York : Bloomsbury, 2009$w(OCoLC)762239511
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