Discoveries in Australia, Volume 1. by John Lort Stokes

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Author Stokes, John Lort, 1811-1885
Title Discoveries in Australia, Volume 1.
With an Account of the Coasts and Rivers Explored and Surveyed During
The Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, in the Years 1837-38-39-40-41-42-43.
By Command of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty. Also a Narrative
Of Captain Owen Stanley's Visits to the Islands in the Arafura Sea.
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Summary "Discoveries in Australia, Volume 1" by John Lort Stokes is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. The book details the explorations and surveys conducted during the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, outlining significant geographical and scientific endeavors in Australia and neighboring regions throughout the years of the voyage. The narrative includes the experiences of Captain Owen Stanley and the various officers and crew involved in bringing to light the diverse natural landscapes and cultures found in Australia. At the start of the volume, Stokes introduces the purpose of the Beagle's mission, recounting its commissioning, objectives, and early voyages under notable commanders like Captain Fitzroy. He also elaborates on the circumstances leading to his command of the ship and his reflections on the prior voyages undertaken by the vessel. The initial chapters depict the ship's preparations, the crew's departures from British ports, and their experiences en route to destinations such as Bahia and Swan River. Stokes emphasizes the importance of his explorations, not only in gathering scientific knowledge and mapping Australian coastlines but also in understanding the sociocultural dynamics of indigenous populations encountered during the voyage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
Subject Australia -- Description and travel
Subject Australia -- Discovery and exploration
Subject Natural history -- Australia
Category Text
EBook-No. 12115
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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