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2012-09-19
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Hakluyt, Richard
1616
Hackluyt, Richard
Goldsmid, Edmund
Goldsmid, Edmund Marsden
The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques, and Discoveries of the English Nation — Volume 14
America, Part III
E-text prepared by Karl Hagen, Henry Gardiner, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net)
"The Principal Navigations, Voyages, Traffiques, and Discoveries of the English Nation" by Richard Hakluyt is a historical account likely written in the late 16th to early 17th century. This extensive compilation documents the explorations and maritime activities of English navigators during a pivotal time in maritime history, focusing particularly on voyages and discoveries in the Americas. The book serves as both a record of exploration and a reflection of the ambition and curiosity that characterized the age of discovery. The opening portion of the work details the accounts of the Governor's expedition, including his travels through various provinces and interactions with Native American leaders. It narrates the challenges faced during the journey, such as hostility from indigenous peoples, difficulties in navigation, and struggles for sustenance. Key episodes showcase the governor's encounters with local tribes, including alliances and conflicts, as well as descriptions of the land, climate, and resources. This introductory section provides a glimpse into the complexities of early colonization efforts and sets the stage for the voyages that continue throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Voyages and travels
Discoveries in geography -- English
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - American
Category: History - British
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
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