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The book explores the life and achievements of William Dampier, an influential English explorer and naturalist. Notably, he was the first Englishman to venture into parts of present-day Australia and the first to circumnavigate the globe three times. Recognized as Australia’s first natural historian, Dampier's expeditions contributed significantly to the European understanding of various plants, animals, and culinary practices. He introduced terms like avocado, barbecue, and chopsticks to the English language, marking his lasting impact on exploration and natural history.
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A Voyage to New Holland, William Dampier
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- Pubblicato
- 2021
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- Titolo
- A Voyage to New Holland
- Sottotitolo
- IN THE YEAR 1699
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- William Dampier
- Editore
- Blurb
- Pubblicato
- 2021
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 122
- ISBN13
- 9781034883173
- Serie
- Tag
- Saggistica, Mappe e viaggi, Storia, Viaggi
- Descrizione
- The book explores the life and achievements of William Dampier, an influential English explorer and naturalist. Notably, he was the first Englishman to venture into parts of present-day Australia and the first to circumnavigate the globe three times. Recognized as Australia’s first natural historian, Dampier's expeditions contributed significantly to the European understanding of various plants, animals, and culinary practices. He introduced terms like avocado, barbecue, and chopsticks to the English language, marking his lasting impact on exploration and natural history.