The Oriental Adventure: Explorers Of The East
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly illustrated work of narrative history, The Oriental Adventure: Explorers of the East chronicles the daring journeys of Western travelers who ventured into the mysterious and vast landscapes of Asia across several centuries. Timothy Severin presents the remarkable stories of figures such as Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta, and other bold adventurers who pushed beyond the known world in pursuit of trade, knowledge, and discovery. With vivid, authoritative prose, the work details the perils, wonders, and cultural encounters these explorers faced as they traversed deserts, mountain ranges, and ancient civilizations. Severin illustrates how these expeditions fundamentally shaped the Western understanding of the East, forging connections between distant worlds that would alter the course of history. The tone is both scholarly and adventurous, making it an essential read for anyone captivated by the golden age of exploration.
Author: Timothy Severin
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Angus and Robertson Publishers
Genre: Travel & exploration
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly illustrated work of narrative history, The Oriental Adventure: Explorers of the East chronicles the daring journeys of Western travelers who ventured into the mysterious and vast landscapes of Asia across several centuries. Timothy Severin presents the remarkable stories of figures such as Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta, and other bold adventurers who pushed beyond the known world in pursuit of trade, knowledge, and discovery. With vivid, authoritative prose, the work details the perils, wonders, and cultural encounters these explorers faced as they traversed deserts, mountain ranges, and ancient civilizations. Severin illustrates how these expeditions fundamentally shaped the Western understanding of the East, forging connections between distant worlds that would alter the course of history. The tone is both scholarly and adventurous, making it an essential read for anyone captivated by the golden age of exploration.