Publisher's Synopsis
""The Voyages of the Venetian Brothers, Nicolo and Antonio Zeno, to the Northern Seas, in the Fourteenth Century"" is a historical account written by Nicolo Zeno himself in 1873. The book details the exploratory journeys undertaken by Nicolo and his brother Antonio, who were Venetian merchants, to the Arctic regions of the world during the 14th century. The brothers were among the first Europeans to explore the northern seas and their travels took them to the Faroe Islands, Iceland, and Greenland. The book provides a comprehensive description of the brothers' encounters with the indigenous people, their customs, and way of life. It also details the challenges they faced during their travels, including harsh weather conditions and treacherous sea voyages. The brothers' accounts of their journeys are supplemented by maps and illustrations, which help to provide a visual representation of their explorations. Overall, ""The Voyages of the Venetian Brothers, Nicolo and Antonio Zeno, to the Northern Seas, in the Fourteenth Century"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the early explorers who ventured into unknown territories in search of new lands and resources. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early interactions between different cultures.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.