Voyages that Changed the World
Download or Read eBook Voyages that Changed the World PDF written by Peter Aughton and published by Quercus Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Peter Aughton |
| Publisher | : Quercus Books |
| Total Pages | : 212 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1847241468 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781847241467 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (68 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Voyages that Changed the World by : Peter Aughton
Book excerpt: Voyages that Changed the World tells, chronologically, the stories of the most momentous sea voyages in history and, in doing so, provides an intriguing look at the unveiling of our world. Each chapter describes the background to a remarkable voyage or series of voyages, the events and personalities of the journey, and the historical consequences. Liberally illustrated, the story behind each voyage is accompanied by maps of the routes, and illustrations and photographs of adventurers, explorers, seafarers and their vessels.
