A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 09 By: Robert Kerr (1755-1813) |
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This volume of A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels provides a fascinating glimpse into the exploration and discovery of various parts of the world. The accounts of voyages and adventures written by different explorers offer a diverse and comprehensive look at the many cultures and landscapes encountered during their journeys.
Robert Kerr's collection is well-curated and offers a valuable insight into the motivations and experiences of these early travelers. The detailed descriptions and vivid imagery bring to life the challenges and triumphs of exploration in a time when much of the world was still unknown.
While some of the language and perspectives may reflect the attitudes of the time in which they were written, this volume is a valuable resource for understanding the history of exploration and the impact it had on shaping our understanding of the world. Whether you are a history buff, a traveler at heart, or simply curious about the world beyond your own borders, this volume offers a compelling and informative read. ARRANGED IN SYSTEMATIC ORDER: FORMING A COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE ORIGIN AND PROGRESS OF NAVIGATION, DISCOVERY, AND COMMERCE, BY SEA AND LAND, FROM THE EARLIEST AGES TO THE PRESENT TIME. BY ROBERT KERR, F.R.S. & F.A.S. EDIN. ILLUSTRATED BY MAPS AND CHARTS. VOL. IX. MDCCCXXIV. CONTENTS OF VOL. IX. PART II. BOOK III. CONTINUED. CHAP. X. ( Continued .) Early Voyages of the English to India, after the Establishment of the East India Company SECT. XV. ( Continued ) Eighth Voyage of the English East India Company, in 1611, by Captain John Saris §5. Further Observations respecting the Moluccas, and the Completion of the Voyage to Japan §6. Arrival at Brando, and some Account of the Habits, Manners, and Customs of the Japanese §7. Journey of Captain Saris to the Court of the Emperor, with his Observations there and by the Way §8. Occurrences at Firando during the Absence of Captain Saris §9. Continuation of these Occurrences §10. Conclusion of these §11. Occurrences at Firando, after the return of Captain Saris §12. Voyage from Japan to Bantam, and thence to England §I3. Intelligence concerning Yedso or Jesso, received from a Japanese at Jedo, who had been twice there §14. Note of Commodities vendible in Japan §15... Continue reading book >>
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