Publisher's Synopsis
The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea is a historical book written by George Collingridge in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the first discovery of Australia and New Guinea by European explorers. It covers the period from the early 16th century to the late 18th century, when various European explorers, including the Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, and British, first set foot on the shores of Australia and New Guinea.Collingridge's book is a comprehensive exploration of the early history of Australia and New Guinea, including the first encounters between European explorers and the indigenous people of these lands. The author provides a detailed account of the various expeditions, their routes, and the challenges they faced in exploring these unknown lands.The book also delves into the cultural and social aspects of the indigenous people of Australia and New Guinea, and how their lives were affected by the arrival of European explorers. Collingridge also discusses the impact of these expeditions on the natural environment of these lands, and how the introduction of new species and diseases had a lasting impact on the ecosystem.Overall, The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the early history of these two countries, and the impact of European exploration on their people and natural environment.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.
