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A General History And Collection Of Voyages And Travels Vol.9

By: Robert Kerr
Published By: Double9 Books
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Volume 9 of "A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels" offers a thorough historical description of numerous voyages and travels that occurred in the 17th and 18th centuries. Robert Kerr, a Scottish historian, wrote the book, which gives a thorough account of the expeditions' investigations, discoveries, and adventures. The book includes descriptions of travels to the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, among other themes. It also gives descriptions of the native people they met on their expeditions, as well as the plants and animals they found there. The inclusion of various maps and images that give a visual depiction of the journeys and the locations visited is one of this volume's most prominent aspects. The passion and depth of Kerr's research are demonstrated by these maps and graphics. An excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration and travel is "A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels" Volume 9.

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Robert Kerr

Hailing from Scotland, Robert Kerr was a man of many talents who lived for 56 years while constantly evincing an air of scholarship, historical appreciation and linguistic prowess. His most famous contribution to the literary world was undoubtedly his awe-inspiring masterpiece, 'A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels,' which was composed of the enthralling narratives of numerous expeditions, encompassing extensively diverse topics. Kerr's academic pedigree was pretty remarkable, as he received his education from no less a place than the esteemed University of Edinburgh and later he was appointed as a distinguished professor at University of Glasgow. His expertise stretched across various subjects like languages, history, and literature. With this wealth of knowledge, he pieced together a meticulous account of the history of exploration - one that's considered comprehensive and authoritative. Kerr's 'General History' is still a crucial reference material for scholars and historians, owing to its precision and in-depth coverage. Beyond his role as a historian, he was also greatly esteemed as a translator. In fact, he was the brains behind translating some of the finest works of writers like Goethe and Voltaire into English. 

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • Publishing Year: 2023
  • Language: English
  • Paperback: 455 Pages
  • ISBN-10: 9358713062
  • ISBN-13: 9789358713060
  • Item Weight: 546g
  • Dimension : 216 x 140 x 24.9 mm
  • Country of Origin : India
  • Reading age : 10+
  • Importer: Double 9 Books
  • Packer: Double 9 Books
  • Book Type : Biography & Autobiography / Personal Memoirs,History / General,Fiction / Sea Stories