Thor Heyerdahl was a Norwegian ethnographer and adventurer, renowned for his daring expeditions and his pursuit of proving theoretical concepts about ancient civilizations' migration and settlement. With a scientific background in zoology and geography, he explored uncharted territories to support his theories on cross-oceanic cultural connections. His expeditions, like the Kon-Tiki raft voyage, demonstrated an innovative approach to testing historical hypotheses and have inspired generations of researchers. Heyerdahl's legacy lies in his ability to merge science, adventure, and history, sparking global fascination with ancient peoples and their movements.
The author and explorer of Kon-Tiki fame here recounts for the layman his archeological adventures on Easter island, where his expedition uncovered many facts about the island's giant statues, secret caves, ancient stone-carving natives, cannibalism, and civil wars.
Epic memoir by one of the greatest explorers of our time, the Norwegian-born Thor Heyerdahl. schovat popis
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Ra tells of Heyerdahl's voyage from N. Africa to S. America in a 45' papyrus boat modelled on those depicted in Egyptian wall paintings. A violent storm ended the 1st expedition but within a year the seven men had embarked on their 2nd journey in Ra II. One riddle, two answers & no solution Why a reed boat? To the Indians in the Cactus Forest With Bedouin & Buduma in the heart of Africa Among Black monks at the source of the Nile In the world of the Pyramid-builders Out in the Atlantic Down the African coast to Cape Juby In the clutches of the sea Into American waters RA II, by papyrus boat from Africa to America Postscript
When Thor Heyerdahl was invited by the government of the Maldive Islands to investigate recent archaeological finds there, his reaction was initially one of surprise. But although he knew little about these 'dots on the map of the Indian Ocean', and less about the language and customs of the people, he did understand how the invitation implied a changed official attitude. Maldive history had been reckoned to begin in the year 583 of the Holy Prophet, or AD1153, when islanders embraced the Islamic faith; and any pre Moslem relics found were usually destroyed. Now the president was saying, 'We are a young republic, yes. But we have proof that we too have an old history, just as our neighbours on the continent!' Thus unfolded for Thor Heyerdahl a fascinating historical and archaeological detective story, as he penetrated into the mystery of the Maldive past.
4to. A very good copy, virtually as new in royal blue dw with gilt titles and sailing ship on front cover. Minor wear to dw edges and corners and a few scrapes and nicks to centre rear. VERY HEAVY BOOK, WILL INCUR ADDITIONAL POSTAGE CHARGE.
The Kon-Tiki Expedition. The Ra Expeditions. Aku-Aku
Thor Heyerdahl war überzeugt: Die polynesische Kultur hat ihren Ursprung in Peru. Doch konnten die Menschen vor 1500 Jahren wirklich die Weiten des Pazifischen Ozeans überqueren? Um das zu demonstrieren, baute der Norweger ein einfaches Floß und begab sich mitfünf Begleitern auf die abenteuerliche Fahrt. Und tatsächlich erreichte er nach 101 Tagensein Ziel – der Fachwelt und aller Gefahren zum Trotz.
Экспедиция норвежца Тура Хейердала, предпринятая в 1947 году, до сих пор остается примером смелого научного дерзания и отчаянного путешествия.
