Voyages from Montreal

Voyages from Montreal
Author: Alexander Mackenzie
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2024-01-23
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

"Embark on a daring and historic expedition through the vast continent of North America with Alexander Mackenzie in 'Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793 Vol. II.' Penned in the late 18th century, this travel narrative is a compelling account of Mackenzie's intrepid journeys to the Arctic and Pacific Oceans. As Mackenzie traverses the uncharted wilderness, he unfolds tales of exploration, encounters with Indigenous peoples, and the challenges faced in reaching the remote and icy expanses of the North. The narrative not only captures the spirit of adventure but also provides insights into the early exploration of the North American continent. More than a travelogue, 'Voyages from Montreal' is a historical masterpiece that chronicles the exploration of the vast and untamed territories of North America. Join Mackenzie on this literary expedition where each page unveils a new layer of discovery, making it an essential read for those captivated by tales of early North American exploration and the enduring spirit of discovery."

The History of Voyages & Travels (All 18 Volumes)

The History of Voyages & Travels (All 18 Volumes)
Author: Robert Kerr
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 7336
Release: 2020-12-17
Genre: History
ISBN:

Prepare yourslef for discoveries and new adventures with this incredible book about the true origin of wanderlust. This edition forms a complete history of the earliest start and progress of navigation, discovery, and commerce, by sea and land, from the earliest ages to the early 19th century. First part of the work covers voyages and travels of discovery in the middle ages; from the era of Alfred, King of England, in the ninth century to that of Don Henry of Portugal at the commencement of the fourteenth century. Second part deals with general voyages and travels chiefly of discovery; from the era of Don Henry, in 1412, to that of George III. in 1760. The rest of the work has some particular voyages and travels arranged in systematic order, Geographical and Chronological, and studies voyages during the era of George III conducted upon scientific principles, by which the Geography of the globe has been nearly perfected.

Travels, Explorations and Empires, 1770-1835, Part I Vol 1

Travels, Explorations and Empires, 1770-1835, Part I Vol 1
Author: Tim Fulford
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 245
Release: 2021-12-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 1000559866

A collection of work that attempts to reflect the diversity of travel literature from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This literature often reveals something of the cultural and gender difference of the travellers, as well as ideas on colonialism, anthropology and slavery.