An Universal Dictionary of the Marine (eBook)

William Falconer (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
571 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702563-4 (EAN)

Infos

William Falconer's "An Universal Dictionary of the Marine" is a groundbreaking work that serves as a comprehensive guide to everything related to the maritime world. Written in the 18th century, the book covers topics such as shipbuilding, navigation, marine biology, and naval history. Falconer's literary style is both informative and engaging, making complex nautical concepts accessible to readers. This dictionary is a significant contribution to the maritime literature of the time, providing valuable insights into the naval practices and terminology of the era. The book's detailed descriptions and explanations demonstrate Falconer's expertise in the subject matter, making it an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of maritime history. William Falconer, a Scottish-born author and mariner, drew upon his firsthand experiences at sea to create this authoritative dictionary. His background as a sailor and his passion for the marine world are evident in the meticulous attention to detail and accuracy present throughout the book. Falconer's dedication to preserving and disseminating knowledge about the sea is reflected in the depth and breadth of the content covered in this extensive dictionary. I highly recommend "An Universal Dictionary of the Marine" to anyone interested in maritime history, naval terminology, or the sea in general. Falconer's comprehensive and well-researched work is a valuable resource that sheds light on the intricacies of the maritime world, making it a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

Autor

William Falconer (1732 - 1769) was a distinguished Scottish poet and sailor whose literary contributions particularly resonate in the realm of nautical literature. Born in Edinburgh, Falconer's maritime career began at a young age, embedding him in the seafaring life that would deeply inform his writing. He is best recognized for his epic poem 'The Shipwreck' (1762), which draws from his harrowing experiences at sea, especially his survival of a shipwreck in the Aegean Sea. His expertise in the marine world is most profoundly showcased in 'An Universal Dictionary of the Marine' (1769), a comprehensive lexicon of nautical terms that became an invaluable reference for both the navy and merchant shipping. Falconer's meticulous documentation and description of the seaman's language and the technical aspects of 18th-century shipping practices not only illuminated the complexity of maritime vernacular but also reflected the hardships and the expertise required to navigate the dangerous waters of the time. His scholarly yet practical approach in cataloging nautical knowledge significantly enhanced the understanding and advancement of naval architecture and seamanship. Falconer's literary style combined his intimate knowledge of the sea with a scholar's attention to detail, creating works that have been of enduring value to maritime historians and literary scholars alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lexikon / Chroniken
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften
• Schlagworte: 18th century maritime • 18th century seafaring lexicon • classic marine dictionary • Dictionaries • Early works to 1800 • English • French • French Language • historical marine language • historical naval language • mariner's language encyclopedia • maritime legal terms • maritime navigation reference • nautical reference work • nautical terms glossary • Naval art and science • naval history dictionary • Naval science General • navigational sciences dictionary • sailing technology • sailing terminology guide • seafaring vocabulary • Shipbuilding • shipbuilding and seamanship literature • shipbuilding terminology • ship operation guide • universal marine vocabulary • William Falconer dictionary