Publisher's Synopsis
""The Discoveries of the World from Their First Original Unto the Year of Our Lord 1555"" is a historical account of the various voyages and explorations made by different nations around the world, from the earliest times up to the mid-sixteenth century. The book is written by Antonio Galvano, a Portuguese soldier and historian who served in the East Indies, and was first published in 1563. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different geographical region or country, such as India, China, Africa, and America. Galvano provides detailed descriptions of the various places visited by explorers, including their geography, climate, flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the local people. He also includes information about the different goods and commodities that were traded between nations, such as spices, precious metals, and textiles.In addition to describing the voyages of famous explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Christopher Columbus, Galvano also provides accounts of lesser-known expeditions, such as those made by Portuguese sailors to the coasts of Africa and Asia. He also includes information about the political and economic context of the time, including the rivalry between European powers for control of trade routes and territories.Overall, ""The Discoveries of the World from Their First Original Unto the Year of Our Lord 1555"" is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early interactions between different cultures around the world.1862. Galvano was governor of the Moluccas in the East Indies. Hakluyt, a British geographer, corrected, quoted, and published a translation of this work from the Portuguese.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.
