The First Discovery Of Australia And New Guinea (1906)

The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea is a historical book written by George Collingridge in 1906. The book is a detailed account of the first European explorers who discovered Australia and New Guinea. It covers the period from the early 16th century to the late 18th century when the Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, and British navigators first encountered the continent and its surrounding islands.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular explorer or expedition. The author provides a comprehensive description of the voyages, including the difficulties faced by the explorers, the challenges of navigation, and the encounters with indigenous peoples. The book also includes maps and illustrations that help readers visualize the journeys of the explorers.The author's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Australia and New Guinea. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the early European explorers who first discovered these lands. It is a valuable addition to any collection of historical books and is highly recommended for readers interested in exploration, history, and geography.Being The Narrative Of Portuguese And Spanish Discoveries In The Australasian Regions, Between The Years 1492-1606, With Descriptions Of Their Old Charts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.