The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III By: Richard Hakluyt (1552-1616)
Richard Hakluyt's work, "The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III," is a fascinating historical account of English exploration and trade in Asia during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book provides detailed descriptions of various voyages to Asia, including encounters with indigenous peoples, trade routes, and the challenges faced by English explorers. Hakluyt's meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring to life the adventurous spirit of the era, as well as the complexities of global trade and colonization. The volume offers valuable insights into the cultural, political, and economic dynamics of the time, shedding light on the motivations and aspirations of English merchants and navigators. Overall, "The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, trade, and empire-building. Hakluyt's comprehensive account is a valuable resource for scholars and history buffs alike, offering a unique perspective on England's role in shaping the world during the Age of Exploration. First Page: Transcriber's Notes The printed edition from which this e text has been produced retains the spelling and abbreviations of Hakluyt's 16th century original. In this version, the spelling has been retained, but the following manuscript abbreviations have been silently expanded: vowels with macrons = vowel 'n' or 'm' q; = que (in the Latin) y'e = the; y't = that; w't = with This edition contains footnotes and two types of sidenotes. Most footnotes are added by the editor. They follow modern (19th century) spelling conventions. Those that don't are Hakluyt's (and are not always systematically marked as such by the editor). The sidenotes are Hakluyt's own. Summarizing sidenotes are labelled [Sidenote: ] and placed before the sentence to which they apply. Sidenotes that are keyed with a symbol are labeled [Marginal note: ] and placed at the point of the symbol, except in poetry, where they are placed at a convenient point. Additional notes on corrections, etc. are signed 'KTH' End Transcriber's Notes THE PRINCIPAL NAVIGATIONS, VOYAGES, TRAFFIQUES AND DISCOVERIES OF THE ENGLISH NATION. COLLECTED BY RICHARD HAKLUYT. PREACHER AND EDITED BY EDMUND GOLDSMID, F.R.H.S. VOL. X. ASIA. PART III. NAVIGATIONS, VOYAGES, TRAFFIQUES, AND DISCOVERIES OF THE ENGLISH NATION IN ASIA... Continue reading book >>

The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III By: Richard Hakluyt (1552-1616)

Richard Hakluyt's work, "The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III," is a fascinating historical account of English exploration and trade in Asia during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book provides detailed descriptions of various voyages to Asia, including encounters with indigenous peoples, trade routes, and the challenges faced by English explorers.

Hakluyt's meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring to life the adventurous spirit of the era, as well as the complexities of global trade and colonization. The volume offers valuable insights into the cultural, political, and economic dynamics of the time, shedding light on the motivations and aspirations of English merchants and navigators.

Overall, "The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, trade, and empire-building. Hakluyt's comprehensive account is a valuable resource for scholars and history buffs alike, offering a unique perspective on England's role in shaping the world during the Age of Exploration.

First Page:

Transcriber's Notes

The printed edition from which this e text has been produced retains the spelling and abbreviations of Hakluyt's 16th century original. In this version, the spelling has been retained, but the following manuscript abbreviations have been silently expanded:

vowels with macrons = vowel 'n' or 'm' q; = que (in the Latin) y'e = the; y't = that; w't = with

This edition contains footnotes and two types of sidenotes. Most footnotes are added by the editor. They follow modern (19th century) spelling conventions. Those that don't are Hakluyt's (and are not always systematically marked as such by the editor). The sidenotes are Hakluyt's own. Summarizing sidenotes are labelled [Sidenote: ] and placed before the sentence to which they apply. Sidenotes that are keyed with a symbol are labeled [Marginal note: ] and placed at the point of the symbol, except in poetry, where they are placed at a convenient point. Additional notes on corrections, etc. are signed 'KTH'

End Transcriber's Notes

THE PRINCIPAL

NAVIGATIONS, VOYAGES, TRAFFIQUES

AND

DISCOVERIES

THE ENGLISH NATION.

COLLECTED BY

RICHARD HAKLUYT. PREACHER

AND

EDITED BY EDMUND GOLDSMID, F.R.H.S.

VOL. X.

ASIA.

PART III.

NAVIGATIONS, VOYAGES, TRAFFIQUES, AND DISCOVERIES

OF THE

ENGLISH NATION IN ASIA... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 01	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 02	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 03
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 04	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 05 Central and Southern Europe	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 06
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 07 England's Naval Exploits Against Spain	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 08 Asia, Part I	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 09 Asia, Part II
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 10 Asia, Part III	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 11	The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques, and Discoveries of The English Nation, Vol. XII., America, Part I.
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques and Discoveries of the English Nation. Vol. XIII. America. Part II.

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