Tales About The Sea And The Islands In The Pacific Ocean (1837)

von Peter Parley

396 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Tales About The Sea And The Islands In The Pacific Ocean is a book written by Peter Parley and published in 1837. The book is a collection of stories and adventures about the sea and the islands in the Pacific Ocean. The stories are written in a style that is both informative and entertaining, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Pacific Ocean. The first chapter introduces the reader to the geography and history of the Pacific Ocean, while the following chapters delve into the different islands and their unique cultures and traditions.Throughout the book, Parley shares his own experiences and observations of the Pacific Ocean, including his encounters with native people, exotic animals, and dangerous sea creatures. He also includes stories of famous explorers and adventurers who have traveled to the Pacific Ocean, such as Captain James Cook and Captain William Bligh.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the Pacific Ocean, as well as the challenges and dangers that come with exploring such a vast and unpredictable body of water. It is a fascinating glimpse into a world that was largely unknown to Westerners at the time of its publication, and remains a valuable historical and cultural document today.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Australische und Pazifische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781437324556
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC