Publisher's Synopsis
Voyages And Travels Ancient And Modern: V33 Harvard Classics is a book edited by Charles W. Eliot. This book is part of a larger series known as the Harvard Classics, which is a collection of classic literature from different genres and periods. This specific volume, V33, focuses on the theme of voyages and travels. It is a collection of various travel narratives and accounts from ancient and modern times. The book includes writings from explorers, adventurers, and historians who have traveled to different parts of the world and have documented their experiences. The book is divided into three parts. The first part includes writings from ancient times, including the travels of Herodotus, the voyages of Pytheas, and the journey of Marco Polo. The second part consists of writings from the Renaissance period, including the travels of Sir Francis Drake and the voyages of Captain Cook. The third and final part includes modern travel accounts, including the travels of Richard Burton, the journey of Charles Darwin, and the adventures of Henry Stanley. Overall, Voyages And Travels Ancient And Modern: V33 Harvard Classics is a comprehensive collection of travel narratives that provides readers with an insight into different cultures, societies, and historical periods. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, geography, and travel.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1910 Edition.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.