In 1795, the 24 year old Scottish surgeon Mungo Park set out from the Gambia to trace the Niger's course. This journal records his experiences. Throughout his travels and misadventures the author records what he sees as accuratly as he could, and without presuming European superiority.
An invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of India, Memoir of a Map of Hindoostan offers a fascinating look at the Mogul Empire and the many cultures that thrived within it. With detailed maps and engaging narrative, this book is a must-read for historians, geographers, and curious readers alike.
James Rennell's groundbreaking work on the geography of ancient Greece and its relationship to contemporary geography remains a canonical text in the field. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, Rennell offers a meticulous analysis of Herodotus's geography, demonstrating its deep connections to other ancient texts and to modern geographical knowledge.
This scholarly work by James Rennell presents a meticulous study of the geography of Western Asia alongside a comprehensive atlas of maps. The book provides a thorough examination of the geography, climate, and cultures of the region, making it an essential resource for scholars, geographers, and anyone interested in the history of the area.
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With an introd. illustrative of the geography and present division of that country. To which is added an appendix, containing an account of the Ganges and Burrampooter rivers. 2d ed.
Exploring the geography and historical divisions of Hindoostan, this memoir provides a detailed account of the Mogul Empire. It includes an introduction that contextualizes the region's landscape and an appendix focusing on the Ganges and Burrampooter rivers, enhancing the reader's understanding of these significant waterways. This second edition is a faithful reprint of the 1792 original, preserving the insights and observations of the time.