The Totall Discourse Of The Rare Adventures & Painefull Peregrinations Of Long Nineteen Yeares Travayles From Scotland To The Most Famous Kingdomes In Europe, Asia And Affrica
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
16.09.2020
Verlag
Alpha EditionsSeitenzahl
502
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/3 cm
Gewicht
807 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-5415-349-5
Astonishing in its scope and candour, William Lithgow's travel memoir plunges readers into the heart of early modern exploration. Across nineteen relentless years, Lithgow's rare adventures and painstaking peregrinations carry him from the rugged landscapes of Scotland to the storied kingdoms of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Each page is alive with the thrill of long-distance journeys, the hazards of the unknown, and the vivid tapestry of cultural encounters that defined a world on the cusp of change. Expect surprises. Expect discovery. More than a mere adventure narrative, this historical travelogue stands as a landmark of 17th century travel writing - a work reminiscent of Marco Polo and Richard Francis Burton in its fearless curiosity. Lithgow's voice is both personal and panoramic, offering glimpses of vanished cities, customs, and the daily realities of a restless age. For travel enthusiasts and history buffs alike, his account provides an intimate window into the ambitions and anxieties of a traveller who charted his own course across continents. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are drawn to the rigour of historical detail or the pulse of adventure, Lithgow's odyssey promises a journey unlike any other.
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