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A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 02 / 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

This volume compiles chronological narratives, reports, maps, and charts tracing maritime and overland exploration from classical antiquity through the early modern era. It assembles pilgrims' accounts, island discoveries in the Atlantic, and detailed Portuguese voyages along African coasts and to India, together with translated journals, ambassadorial travels to the East, contemporary letters, and historical commentary. Entries mix primary narratives and editorial synthesis to reconstruct routes, navigational practices, and the development of commerce and discovery across centuries.

By Robert Kerr
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This volume compiles chronological narratives, reports, maps, and charts tracing maritime and overland exploration from classical antiquity through the early modern era. It assembles pilgrims' accounts, island discoveries in the Atlantic, and detailed Portuguese voyages along African coasts and to India, together with translated journals, ambassadorial travels to the East, contemporary letters, and historical commentary. Entries mix primary narratives and editorial synthesis to reconstruct routes, navigational practices, and the development of commerce and discovery across centuries.

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Robert Kerr

Robert Kerr was a notable Scottish author and historian, primarily recognized for his extensive work in the field of exploration and travel literature. His most significant contribution is the multi-volume series "A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels," which systematically chronicles the history of navigation, discovery, and commerce from ancient times to the early 19th century. This comprehensive collection not only highlights the adventures of explorers but also provides insights into the cultural and economic impacts of their discoveries. Kerr's meticulous arrangement of historical accounts has made his work a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of maritime history.

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