Publisher's Synopsis
The Voyage of Hanno is a historical account of the journey undertaken by the Carthaginian explorer Hanno in the 5th century BCE. The book was written by Thomas Falconer and first published in 1797. The story follows Hanno as he sets out on a voyage of exploration along the west coast of Africa, with the aim of establishing new trade routes and colonies for Carthage.The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different stage of Hanno's journey. Falconer draws on various sources, including ancient Greek and Roman texts, to paint a vivid picture of the people, landscapes, and wildlife encountered by Hanno and his crew. He also includes descriptions of the customs and beliefs of the various African tribes they encountered, as well as their interactions with them.Throughout the book, Falconer highlights the challenges faced by Hanno and his crew, including dangerous sea currents, hostile tribes, and treacherous terrain. He also explores the political and economic motivations behind the voyage, shedding light on the complex relationship between Carthage and its African neighbors.Overall, The Voyage of Hanno offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient exploration and trade, and provides valuable insights into the history and culture of Africa.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.
