Publisher's Synopsis
The Voyages and Works of John Davis, The Navigator is a comprehensive account of the life and explorations of John Davis, an English navigator and explorer who lived in the 16th century. The book is written by Davis himself and provides a detailed description of his voyages, discoveries, and encounters with various cultures and peoples of the world.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Davis's early life and his voyages in search of the Northwest Passage. He describes his encounters with the Inuit people of Greenland and Labrador, as well as his attempts to find a passage through the Arctic to Asia.The second part of the book covers Davis's later voyages, including his exploration of the East Indies and his service as a naval commander in the English navy. He also provides detailed descriptions of the geography, flora, and fauna of the regions he visited, as well as the customs and traditions of the people he encountered.Throughout the book, Davis's passion for exploration and his desire to expand the knowledge of the world are evident. His writings provide a valuable historical record of the early explorations of the Arctic and the East Indies, as well as a glimpse into the mind of a 16th-century navigator and explorer.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.
