The Story
Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Java La Grande: The Portuguese Discovery Of Australia chronicles a compelling historical argument, presenting evidence that Portuguese navigators reached Australia long before Captain Cook. This meticulously researched work uncovers forgotten maps and archival documents, illustrating a fascinating alternative narrative of early European exploration in the Southern Hemisphere. Fitzgerald's scholarship details the intricate maritime routes and political motivations of the era, challenging conventional understandings of Australia's initial European contact. The narrative argues for a re-evaluation of historical records, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in global discovery.
Description
Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Java La Grande: The Portuguese Discovery Of Australia chronicles a compelling historical argument, presenting evidence that Portuguese navigators reached Australia long before Captain Cook. This meticulously researched work uncovers forgotten maps and archival documents, illustrating a fascinating alternative narrative of early European exploration in the Southern Hemisphere. Fitzgerald's scholarship details the intricate maritime routes and political motivations of the era, challenging conventional understandings of Australia's initial European contact. The narrative argues for a re-evaluation of historical records, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in global discovery.
