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100 1 _aHakluyt, Richard,
_d1552?-1616
245 1 0 _aVoyager's Tales
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2003
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2003-02-01
508 _aProduced by Les Bowler. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"Voyager's Tales" by Richard Hakluyt is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This work is a compilation of narratives detailing the voyages and adventures of various explorers and the experiences of Englishmen abroad during the Age of Discovery. It likely includes accounts of encounters with foreign lands, cultures, and challenges faced by those engaging in maritime exploration. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Richard Hakluyt himself, along with his motivations for collecting travel narratives. The opening narrative recounts the daring exploits of John Fox, who valiantly leads a rebellion against Turkish captors to rescue fellow Christians imprisoned in Alexandria. The tale unfolds with a vivid depiction of the chaos and bravery during the struggle, culminating in Fox's successful escape with over 250 captives, highlighting themes of faith, resilience, and the harsh realities of captivity. The text sets the stage for an exploration of valor and human spirit against adversity, making it a captivating read for those interested in historical exploration and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVoyages and travels
653 _aDiscoveries in geography -- English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3752
999 _c45798
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