The First Discovery Of Australia And New Guinea (1906)

The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea is a historical book written by George Collingridge in 1906. The book documents the earliest European explorations and discoveries of the Australian continent and the nearby islands of New Guinea. Collingridge provides a comprehensive account of the expeditions of various explorers, including the Dutch, Portuguese, and British. He details their encounters with the indigenous people, the flora and fauna, and the challenges they faced during their voyages. The author also discusses the controversies surrounding the discovery of Australia, such as the debate over who first discovered the continent. The book includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to provide a visual representation of the discoveries. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the early exploration and discovery of the Australian continent.Being The Narrative Of Portuguese And Spanish Discoveries In The Australasian Regions, Between The Years 1492-1606, With Descriptions Of Their Old Charts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.