Richard Hakluyt was an English writer whose work championed the cause of English settlement in North America. He sought to ignite interest in exploration and the establishment of new territories through his compelling narratives. His writings meticulously documented voyages and commercial prospects, offering vital intelligence for future English endeavors abroad. Hakluyt's vision and editorial efforts significantly shaped early English perspectives and expansion into the New World.
Volume 8 - in large print
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Vol. 6 - in large print
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Volume 7 - in large print
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work by the publishing house Megali, which specializes in large print editions. These adaptations aim to enhance readability for individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that important texts remain accessible to a wider audience.
This book features a collection of primary source materials detailing early English and French voyages, primarily between 1534 and 1608. The editor, Henry Sweetser Burrage, has arranged the pieces chronologically, and provides a brief introduction to each voyage. The text has been edited for a modern audience, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of European exploration and colonization.
This book is a comprehensive account of the riches and fertility of the main land of Florida, as observed by the legendary explorer, Don Ferdinando de Soto. Virginia Richly Valued is a historical treasure trove for explorers, adventurers and those with a keen interest in early American history.
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 monumental work offers a firsthand look at the experiences of the explorers, merchants, and missionaries who transformed the world in the 16th and 17th centuries.
A comprehensive history of the English exploration and trade expeditions to Asia in the 16th and 17th centuries, written by renowned scholar Richard Hakluyt. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the politics, economics, and culture of these expeditions, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of global trade and exploration.
This book is a collection of early English and French voyages that were recorded primarily by Richard Hakluyt during the period from 1534 to 1648. The book is a fascinating read that gives insight into the early voyages and explorations of these countries.
This collection, first published in the late 16th century, is a compendium of accounts of English exploration and trade around the world. Featuring firsthand stories of adventurers such as Drake, Raleigh, and Frobisher, it provides a vivid and insightful window into Britain's Age of Exploration.
A seminal work of English exploration and travel writing, Hakluyt's magnum opus documents the voyages and discoveries of the English from the Middle Ages to the early modern era. With vivid descriptions of strange lands, exotic cultures, and daring exploits, this book is a fascinating glimpse into the age of discovery and the brave men who charted new worlds.