Geographical discovery and exploration Books

This book is a first-hand account of an expedition to Mount St. Elias, Alaska, undertaken by the author in 1890. It provides a vivid description of the natural beauty and harsh conditions of the Alaskan wilderness, as well as the challenges and triumphs...

Suivez le voyage de Jean-François de Lapérouse, naviguant autour du monde à bord de deux navires, la Boussole et l'Astrolabe. Rédigé à partir de ses manuscrits d'origine, le livre vous offre un point de vue unique sur la vie à bord d'un bateau à...

Samuel Patterson's account of his adventures and misadventures on the high seas in the early 19th century provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or tales of adventure and...

A first-hand account of the search for the Northwest Passage, a sea route through the Arctic that would connect Europe to Asia. Robert McClure, who led the expedition, recounts the challenges his crew faced as they navigated treacherous waters and...

This fascinating essay offers a bold new theory on the fate of Sir John Franklin, the British naval officer who disappeared in the Arctic in 1845 while searching for the fabled Northwest Passage. Written by August Heinrich Petermann, a noted German...

A first-hand account of explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson's five-year expedition to the Canadian Arctic, including encounters with the local Inuit people and descriptions of the region's geography and wildlife.This work has been selected by scholars as...

A vivid and engaging account of the early voyages of exploration, from Marco Polo to Magellan. Lamprey brings these epic journeys to life, describing the sights, sounds and smells of the various lands and peoples encountered, and the triumphs and...

This gripping collection of narratives recounts the harrowing experiences of several individuals caught in the midst of life-threatening situations, including a family struggling to survive after a shipwreck and a woman who navigates treacherous waters...

A foundational text of English exploration and discovery, The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation is an unparalleled collection of firsthand accounts from the Age of Discovery. Edited by Richard Hakluyt, this...

Explore the world through the eyes of early travelers and adventurers in A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels. This comprehensive collection provides fascinating glimpses into the world as it was known in centuries past, from the...

A comprehensive history of travel and exploration, featuring accounts of famous explorers such as Columbus, Magellan, and Captain Cook.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This book is a detailed analysis of the efforts to discover the North-West Passage and find the lost expedition of Sir John Franklin in the mid-19th century. It examines the various plans and strategies employed by explorers and naval authorities and...

Embark on a thrilling journey of exploration and discovery with Jules Verne's classic account of the great navigators of the 18th century. With vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, Verne brings to life some of history's most legendary seafarers,...

Ce livre est un compte rendu passionnant de l'expédition de la frégate La Thétis et de la corvette L'Espérance dans leur voyage autour du monde. Avec des descriptions détaillées de chaque étape du voyage, des découvertes faites et des défis auxquels ils...

There was only one survivor of the ill-fated Burke and Wills Expedition from Melbourne to the north coast of Australia which began in 1860. The expedition is usually described as a dismal failure...but was it?This is the story of a phenomenal surveyor,...

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey into the heart of the Amazon rainforest, where adventure and discovery converge in a quest for a hidden city lost to time. In "The Amazon Expedition: A Search for a Hidden City," you'll become a part of an extraordinary...

The Centre for Fortean Zoology [CFZ] is the only professional, scientific and full-time organisation in the world dedicated to cryptozoology - the study of unknown animals. Since 1992, the CFZ has carried out an unparalleled programme of research and...

"The love of adventure, the expectation of the unexpected, have ever prompted men stout of heart, and ready of resource, to brave the perils of wilderness and sea that they might set their feet where man never trod before. The world owes much to the...

First published in 1911, this book contains a historical account of the life of Deacon Edmund Rice (1594-1663), an early English pilgrim to America and founder of the Rice family in the United states. Contents include: "The Founders of the Rice Family",...

Le livre ""Vie Et Voyages De William Dampier (1855)"" �����crit par Jules Paroz est une biographie d�����taill�����e du c�����l�����bre explorateur anglais William Dampier. L'auteur retrace la vie de Dampier depuis sa naissance en Angleterre jusqu'������...

Heavenward Ho: Or Story Coxen�������s Log is a novel written by Samuel Cowdy in 1873. The book tells the story of a young sailor named Story Coxen who sets sail on a journey to find his true purpose in life. Along the way, he encounters a variety of...

Godfrey's Narrative Of The Last Grinnell Arctic Exploring Expedition In Search Of Sir John Franklin, 1853-55 is a historical account of the last Arctic exploring expedition led by Henry Grinnell. The book was written by William C. Godfrey, a member of...

Gilbert The Adventurer: Or Travels In Distant Countries is a book written by Peter Parley in 1856. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Gilbert, who travels to various countries around the world. Throughout the book, Gilbert encounters...

Fragments of Voyages and Travels is a book written by Basil Hall in 1832. The book is primarily intended for young readers and is a collection of travel accounts from various parts of the world. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume...

This thrilling account depicts the tale of the first American expedition to summit Mount Everest. Led by Houston, it was also the first expedition to utilize bottled oxygen to reach the highest peak. Anna Kavan writes with the same excitement and tense...

This book is a fascinating study of a 16th century nautical chart, providing insights into the history of cartography and the exploration of the New World. Edward Luther Stevenson, a prominent historian and cartographer, provides a detailed analysis of...

Die Novara-Expedition war eine maritime Forschungsreise, die von 1857 bis 1859 stattfand. Dieses Buch beschreibt die Erlebnisse und Entdeckungen der Expedition und bietet Einblicke in die Natur und Kultur der besuchten Orte.This work has been selected by...

This volume contains a collection of narratives of English voyages in the 16th century. It is a fascinating account of the early English explorers and their travels throughout the world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Lives and Voyages of Drake, Cavendish and Dampier is a captivating account of some of the most famous explorers of the South Seas. Through detailed research and firsthand accounts, C. Johnstone paints a vivid picture of these larger-than-life characters...

This fascinating first-hand account of a voyage around the world in the early 19th century provides a unique perspective on the history of maritime exploration and the geopolitical landscape of the time. Taylor captures the adventure and excitement of...

An account of the Wolfe expedition to Asia Minor in the summer of 1885. This book offers a firsthand look at the archaeological discoveries made during the expedition, as well as the challenges faced by the team.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Ein Werk, das den wissenschaftlichen Geist und die Abenteuerlust des 19. Jahrhunderts widerspiegelt. Kohl erzählt die Geschichte der Entdeckungsreisen zu den südamerikanischen Gewässern und deren Umgebung. Er untersucht die Leben der Entdecker und die...

"Exceptionally well written...very highly recommended."-Midwest Book Review Conquistador Voices will give you a modern, documentary-style look at the Spanish conquest of the Americas, from Columbus through Hernando de Soto.  You will be taken...

The Ocean Rovers: Or Two Cabin Boys is a novel written by Louis Rousselet and first published in 1894. The story follows the adventures of two cabin boys, Jack and Michel, who become stowaways on a ship called the ""Ocean Rover"". The ship is captained...

Expedition to Discover the Sources of the White Nile is an account of an expedition to explore the sources of the Nile river in Africa. Led by the Austrian explorer Ferdinand Werne, this expedition faced numerous challenges and setbacks as they navigated...

This fascinating history book tells the gripping tale of the little-known successors to the great explorer Vitus Bering. Against all odds, these intrepid explorers followed in Bering's footsteps and undertook some of the most daring voyages of the 18th...

Le voyage de La Pérouse autour du monde est un récit captivant pour tous les passionnés d'histoire maritime. Ce livre est le troisième volume de la série et couvre la période de 1785 à 1788. Découvrez les escales de La Pérouse en Océanie, en Asie et en...

Placido Zurla offre una panoramica dettagliata dei viaggi e delle scoperte dei fratelli Zeni nel XV secolo. Quest'opera è una lettura essenziale per gli appassionati di storia, viaggi e scoperte geografiche.This work has been selected by scholars as...

A scientific report detailing an expedition to Muir Glacier in the summer of 1899. The author, a geologist and member of the National Geographic Society, describes the journey up the Inside Passage, the formation and behavior of glaciers, and the flora...

Join Lieutenant Adolphus Greely and his team as they set out on an ill-fated mission to explore the Arctic circle in the late 19th century. Facing brutal conditions and unimaginable hardships, the Greely Expedition's struggle for survival is a testament...

A thrilling account of American explorers and adventurers who braved the dangerous terrain and harsh climate of the wild north land. This book narrates their brave stories of survival and endurance that is sure to captivate any reader!This work has been...

Dieses Buch bietet einen spannenden Reisebericht über die Reise des Schiffs Zriny nach Ost-Asien im späten 19. Jahrhundert. Es ist ein unverzichtbares Werk für alle, die sich für die Geschichte der europäischen Entdeckung und Eroberung von Asien...

This book is an exciting account of the first circumnavigation of the globe by Captain James Cook and his crew in the 18th century. Written by Georg and Johann Forster, who accompanied Cook on his journey, the book offers a fascinating insight into the...

This vivid firsthand account documents one of the greatest journeys of exploration in American history. In 1823, a team of intrepid adventurers set out to chart the unexplored wilderness of the western territories, facing untold dangers along the way...

A remarkable compilation of practical information for living in one of the most impractical and inhospitable landscapes in the United States. More than forty pioneer types ranging from their mid-nineties to mid- twenties describe their reasons for...