Writing Geographical Exploration

His tale of adventure should occupy a more prominent place in the study of exploration, literature and history, not only in Canada, but also in his homeland of Wales."--Jacket.

In summer 1969, astronauts landed on the moon and hippie hordes descended on Woodstock—two era-defining events that are not entirely coincidental. Neil M. Maher shows how NASA’s celestial aspirations were tethered to terrestrial concerns of the time: the civil rights struggle, the antiwar movement, environmentalism, feminism, and the culture wars.

"The Story of Geographical Discovery: How the World Became Known" is a historical work by Joseph Jacobs that explores the fascinating journey of human exploration and the gradual unveiling of the world's geographical mysteries. Published in 1888, the book provides a comprehensive account of the major discoveries and advancements in geographical knowledge up until that time. Joseph Jacobs, a prolific writer and folklorist, takes readers on a captivating journey through the ages, starting from the early explorations of ancient civilizations to the more recent expeditions of his own time. The narrative covers the exploits of renowned explorers such as Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, Vasco da Gama, and many others who played pivotal roles in expanding the known boundaries of the world. The author not only recounts the tales of exploration but also delves into the motivations, challenges, and consequences of these journeys. Jacobs explores the impact of geographical discoveries on trade, culture, and the overall development of human societies. He emphasizes the interconnectedness of different parts of the world and highlights the significance of these discoveries in shaping the global landscape. "The Story of Geographical Discovery" is not just a catalog of facts; it also weaves together a narrative that brings the adventurous spirit of exploration to life. Jacobs' writing style is engaging, making the historical accounts accessible to a wide audience. While the book reflects the understanding and perspectives of the late 19th century, it remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of geographical exploration and the human quest for knowledge about the world.

In eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Britain, books of travel and exploration were much more than simply the printed experiences of intrepid authors. They were works of both artistry and industry—products of the complex, and often contested, relationships between authors and editors, publishers and printers. These books captivated the reading public and played a vital role in creating new geographical truths. In an age of global wonder and of expanding empires, there was no publisher more renowned for its travel books than the House of John Murray. Drawing on detailed examination of the John Murray Archive of manuscripts, images, and the firm’s correspondence with its many authors—a list that included such illustrious explorers and scientists as Charles Darwin and Charles Lyell, and literary giants like Jane Austen, Lord Byron, and Sir Walter Scott—Travels into Print considers how journeys of exploration became published accounts and how travelers sought to demonstrate the faithfulness of their written testimony and to secure their personal credibility. This fascinating study in historical geography and book history takes modern readers on a journey into the nature of exploration, the production of authority in published travel narratives, and the creation of geographical authorship—a journey bound together by the unifying force of a world-leading publisher.

"A History of Geographical Discovery in the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries" presents a thorough study of the most important geographical discoveries around the world. The book tells about the expeditions to different parts of the world, from the North Pacific, through Asia, Africa, Americas to Australia.

1. Exploration and the Twentieth Century James R Ryan and Simon Naylor -- 2. 'Deeds not Words'? Life writing and early twentieth-century British polar exploration Elizabeth Baigent -- 3. Configuring the Field: photography in early twentieth century Antarctic exploration Kathryn Yusoff -- 4. Explorations in the Libyan Desert: William J. Harding King Nicola J. Thomas and Jude Hill -- 5. Fieldwork and the Geographical Career: T. Griffith Taylor and the exploration of Australia Simon Naylor -- 6. Glaciology, the Arctic, and the US military Fae L Korsmo -- 7. Assault on the unknown: Geopolitics, Antarctic science and the International Geophysical Year Klaus Dodds -- 8.'Britnik': How America made and destroyed Britain's first satellite Matthew Godwin -- 9.High Empire: rocketry and the popular geopolitics of space exploration Fraser MacDonald -- 10.Walking in your footsteps: 'footsteps of the explorers' expeditions and the contest for Australian desert space Christy Collis -- 11.Afterword Felix Driver -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.

Geography is an encyclopedia of geographical knowledge, consisting of 17 'books', written in Greek by Strabo, an educated citizen of the Roman Empire of Greek descent. In his 17 books, divided into three volumes, Strabo deals with ancient physical geography and chorography, by which he means political geography. The two are combined in this work, which makes a "circuit of the earth" detailing the physical and political features. Strabo's Geography contains a considerable amount of historical data, as he worked on his Geography and now missing History (his other work) at the same time.

For intensity of geographical exploration and wealth of first-rate adventure writing by intrepid men and women, the 19th century stands alone. This definitive collection contains thirty-five stories from the most compelling odysseys of the century. The excerpts are as varied as the voyages themselves ? some humorous and lighthearted, others desperate and thrilling ? but all are examples of adventure, and adventure writing, at the highest level. Several long-forgotten classics are reprinted here for the first time in one hundred years.