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The Rincn Astrolabe Shipwreck: An Improbable Find on Puerto Rico's West Coast,Used
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On 30 December 1986, a fisherman incidentally discovered the remains of a seventeenthcentury merchantman off the coast of Rincn, a small municipality on Puerto Rico's west coast. Among the objects recovered from the site was a nautical astrolabe. This book presents a study on the sea or mariner's astrolabe, a navigation instrument that played a fundamental role in the process of European maritime expansion. During the fifteenth century, Portuguese navigators saw the need to gradually depart from the traditional Mediterranean navigation technique known as "dead reckoning." As their explorations along the West African coast forced them to sail far into the Atlantic Ocean, a new method was developed that consisted of measuring the angle of certain heavenly bodies above the horizon in order to determine the latitude of the observer. For this purpose, instruments that traditionally belonged to the field of astronomy were adapted by seamen. Among them was the astrolabe, which became the most popular by the turn of the sixteenth century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Rincón Astrolabe Shipwreck' about? A: The book explores the discovery of a seventeenth-century shipwreck off the coast of Rincón, Puerto Rico, highlighting the recovery of a nautical astrolabe and its significance in maritime navigation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Rincón Astrolabe Shipwreck' is Gustavo Garcia.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 24, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 104 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under General.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding navigation? A: The book covers the historical use of the astrolabe, its adaptation for maritime navigation, and its role in European maritime expansion during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
- Q: Is there any specific focus on the astrolabe in the book? A: Yes, the book presents a detailed study of the sea or mariner's astrolabe, including its importance and historical context.
- Q: Can this book be useful for researchers or historians? A: Yes, the book provides valuable insights into maritime history and the evolution of navigation techniques, making it useful for researchers and historians.