| Author |
Synge, M. B. (Margaret Bertha), -1939 |
| Title |
A Book of Discovery
The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Ron Swanson
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| Summary |
"A Book of Discovery" by M. B. Synge is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the history of the world's exploration from ancient times to the discovery of the South Pole. It examines the resilience and spirit of explorers throughout history, detailing their struggles and triumphs, highlighting figures like Alexander the Great, Columbus, and Magellan, as they ventured into unknown territories. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the early understanding of geography and the limits of knowledge held by ancient civilizations. It reflects on how early explorers operated under various misconceptions about the world, viewing it as small and flat, encircled by a vast ocean. Synge illustrates the humbling beginnings of geographic knowledge through stories of ancient societies like the Egyptians and Babylonians, emphasizing their reliance on myths and rudimentary maps. This portion invites readers to consider the evolution of exploration and the growing thirst for understanding the world beyond one’s immediate environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Discoveries in geography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23107 |
| Release Date |
Oct 20, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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