Java La Grande: The Portuguese Discovery Of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Lawrence Fitzgerald
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Publishers Pty Ltd, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Java La Grande: The Portuguese Discovery Of Australia presents a compelling historical argument, challenging conventional narratives of Australia's European origins. Lawrence Fitzgerald meticulously uncovers archival evidence and cartographic clues, illustrating a persuasive case for Portuguese navigators reaching the continent centuries before Captain Cook. The work chronicles the intricate maritime history of the 16th century, detailing the geopolitical motivations and advanced navigational techniques that could have led to such an early discovery. This scholarly yet accessible volume argues for a significant re-evaluation of global exploration, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in world history.
Author: Lawrence Fitzgerald
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Publishers Pty Ltd, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Java La Grande: The Portuguese Discovery Of Australia presents a compelling historical argument, challenging conventional narratives of Australia's European origins. Lawrence Fitzgerald meticulously uncovers archival evidence and cartographic clues, illustrating a persuasive case for Portuguese navigators reaching the continent centuries before Captain Cook. The work chronicles the intricate maritime history of the 16th century, detailing the geopolitical motivations and advanced navigational techniques that could have led to such an early discovery. This scholarly yet accessible volume argues for a significant re-evaluation of global exploration, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in world history.