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Voyages of Discovery: A Visual Celebration of Ten of the Greatest Natural History Expeditions,New
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A rare and beautiful selection of works handpicked from the vast archives of London's Natural History Museum.'The book's greatest contribution is to showcase the work of the artists who, usually under very difficult circumstances, so brilliantly served science and opened Western eyes to new worlds.' School Library Journal (on the original edition)Voyages of Discovery is a mesmerizing visual survey of the most significant discoveries in the history of natural science exploration. Superb artwork and photographs spanning three centuries document landmark advances made in the field and bring to life the fascinating stories of the explorers, naturalists, artists and photographers.The book is fully illustrated in color with informative text and captions. Highlights include: Sir Hans Sloane's 1687 voyage to Jamaica, where he collected and recorded plant specimens, including cocoa, which are preserved to this day Maria Sybilla Merian's personal journey to Surinam in 1699, where in brilliant detail she recorded butterflies and exotic insects Charles Darwin's fateful trip to the Galapagos Islands, on which he cataloged finches and fossils William Bartram's fanciful documentation of North American wildlife Matthew Flinders' mapping of Australia, where he was accompanied by Ferdinand Bauer, perhaps the greatest of all natural science artists.The Natural History Museum in London has the world's most comprehensive collection of natural science specimens and artworks. Voyages of Discovery offers readers a privileged opportunity to explore that collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Voyages of Discovery'? A: 'Voyages of Discovery' explores significant natural history expeditions and highlights the contributions of artists and explorers over three centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Voyages of Discovery'? A: The book is authored by Tony Rice.
- Q: When was 'Voyages of Discovery' published? A: 'Voyages of Discovery' was published on September 12, 2008.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book contains fully illustrated color artwork and photographs that document landmark discoveries in natural science.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Voyages of Discovery'? A: 'Voyages of Discovery' has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The condition of the used book is described as acceptable, which indicates it may show signs of wear.
- Q: Is 'Voyages of Discovery' a hardcover book? A: Yes, 'Voyages of Discovery' is published in hardcover format.
- Q: What are some highlighted expeditions in the book? A: Highlighted expeditions include Sir Hans Sloane's voyage to Jamaica and Charles Darwin's trip to the Galapagos Islands.
- Q: What can I learn from 'Voyages of Discovery'? A: Readers can learn about the history of natural science exploration and the contributions of various explorers and artists.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: 'Voyages of Discovery' is suitable for educational purposes, especially for those interested in natural history and exploration.