Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia, Vol. 2 (eBook)

Phillip Parker King (Autor)

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2022
435 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654731915-3 (EAN)

Infos

Phillip Parker King's 'Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia, Vol. 2' stands as a monumental work of exploration literature, detailing the author's firsthand account of mapping the uncharted waters of the Australian coast. Written in a precise and meticulous style, King's narrative provides a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by early explorers and the beauty of the Australian landscape. The inclusion of detailed maps and illustrations adds to the scholarly value of the book, making it a valuable resource for historians and geography enthusiasts alike. Phillip Parker King, a renowned British naval officer and explorer, drew upon his extensive experience in naval surveying to write this comprehensive account. His expertise in navigation and cartography shines through in the meticulous detail and accuracy of his descriptions, showcasing his passion for exploration and discovery. I highly recommend 'Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia, Vol. 2' to readers interested in maritime history, exploration narratives, and Australian geography. King's narrative offers a captivating glimpse into the early exploration of Australia and the dedication of those who mapped its coastlines.

Autor

Phillip Parker King (1791-1856) was an eminent early nineteenth-century explorer, navigator, and chart-maker, particularly renowned for his significant maritime surveys of Australia's coastline. Of British descent, King was born on Norfolk Island but spent much of his life at sea and contributing to the expansion of geographical knowledge during the age of discovery. King's work 'Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia, Vol. 2' is a seminal part of his larger four-volume series documenting his extensive coastal surveys during the years 1818 to 1822. In this work, King meticulously describes the topographical features, hydrography, and indigenous encounters on Australia's largely uncharted western and northern coastlines. His literary style combines the empirical rigor expected of a naval surveyor with engaging first-person accounts of the challenges faced during his voyages. King's contributions provided crucial charting information, greatly enhancing the safety of maritime operations and assisting in the realization of Australia's economic potential during colonial times. Today, King's legacy endures in the charts he created and in the rich descriptions of Australia's coastal environments found within his narratives.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: 19th-century exploration • 19th century travel narratives • Australia • Australian Coastline • Australian exploration literature • British Empire • Classic • colonial Australian history • colonial expansion • discovery and exploration • Geographical surveying • historical chronicle • historical voyage accounts • indigenous inhabitants • intertropical coast surveys • maritime exploration • maritime exploration classics • Natural Environment • nautical adventure stories • oceanic expedition journals • Phillip Parker King author • royal navy officer • Western Australia discovery