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Background to Discovery: Pacific Exploration from Dampier to Cook
Background to Discovery: Pacific Exploration from Dampier to Cook
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Background to Discovery explores the voyages of discovery in 18th-century Europe, combining European maritime exploration with political, economic, and scientific motives. It provides a rich source for historians, geographers, and anyone interested in the history of voyage and travel.
Format: Hardback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 25 March 2022
Publisher: University of California Press
The captivating tale of exploration is vividly depicted in Background to Discovery, which delves into the remarkable voyages of Dampier to Cook that ignited immense political and public enthusiasm in eighteenth-century Europe. Undoubtedly, this book's greatest strength lies in its exceptional ability to seamlessly blend the remarkable achievements of European maritime exploration with the underlying political, economic, and scientific motivations that drove them. Furthermore, the contributors' insightful essays on the literary and artistic responses to these voyages offer a treasure trove of information for historians, geographers, and anyone with a deep interest in the history of voyages and travel.
This title proudly stands as part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, a testament to the university press's unwavering commitment to seeking out and nurturing the brightest minds, providing them with a platform to express their ideas, reach a wider audience, and make a meaningful impact. Drawing upon a rich backlist dating back to 1893, Voices Revived employs print-on-demand technology to resurrect high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship, making it accessible once again to scholars and enthusiasts alike.
Originally published in 1990, Background to Discovery has stood the test of time, preserving the legacy of exploration and inspiring generations to come. Its pages are filled with captivating stories, insightful analysis, and valuable insights, making it an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the rich tapestry of human adventure and discovery.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780520357594
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