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100 1 _aCabral, F. A.
_q(Francisco Antonio)
245 1 0 _aMemoria hydrografica das ilhas de Cabo Verde :
_bpara servir de instrucção a carta das mesmas ilhas, publicada em o anno de 1790
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-06-12
508 _aProduced by Rita Farinha (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
520 _a"Memoria hydrografica das ilhas de Cabo Verde" by F. A. Cabral is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a detailed account of the hydrography of the Cape Verde Islands, aiming to provide a more accurate navigation guide by correcting previous nautical charts and offering practical insights for sailors. In this work, Cabral critiques the existing nautical charts, particularly those of Mr. d'Aprés, asserting that his own findings provide a more accurate representation of the islands' geography and navigational challenges. He emphasizes the importance of precise measurements and firsthand experiences in mapping coastal features, ports, and safe anchorage areas. Throughout the text, Cabral provides extensive descriptions of the islands, discussing their shape, size, and navigational hazards while advocating for the acceptance of his chart among sailors and navigators who frequently navigate these waters. His commitment to accuracy stems from both patriotism and a deep understanding of the maritime conditions affecting the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHydrography -- Cabo Verde
653 _aCabo Verde -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36404
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