Narrative Of The Voyage Of Hms Samarang, During The Years 1843–46

Employed Surveying The Islands Of The Eastern Archipelago

by Edward Belcher
language: english
Publisher: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS, June of 2011 ‧
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Published in 1848, Sir Edward Belcher's account of the Eastern Archipelago appealed to Victorian readers' enthusiasm for exploration and adventure. Describing exotic locations including Borneo, Manila and Singapore, Volume 1 blends topographical and strategic observations with vivid descriptions of Asian villages and temples, and of encounters with rulers and pirates.

Narrative Of The Voyage Of Hms Samarang, During The Years 1843–46

Employed Surveying The Islands Of The Eastern Archipelago

by Edward Belcher

Property Description
ISBN: 9781108029223
Publisher: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
Release Date: June of 2011
Language: English
Cover: Softcover
Pages: 474
Format: Book
Collection: Cambridge Library Collection - Maritime Exploration
Categories: Books in English > History > History of Asia
EAN: 9781108029223