Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara: Volume 2: Undertaken by...

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Karl von Scherzer

Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara

Volume 2: Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government, in the Years 1857, 1858, and 1859...

Karl von Scherzer

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Cambridge University Press
27 June 2013

European history; Maritime history; Expeditions

Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Maritime Exploration

Joined by seven eminent natural scientists, including Karl von Scherzer (1821–1903), the Austrian naval expedition of 1857–9 was remarkable for its globe-spanning scale. During the course of the voyage, the naturalists collected an abundance of samples which contributed to several scientific discoveries, including the isolation of cocaine in its pure form. Some of the investigations also revolutionised knowledge in such fields as geology, oceanography, hydrography and geomagnetism, and are still being studied by modern-day researchers. Prepared by Scherzer and first published in English in 1861–3, this is a compelling three-volume account of the mission, remaining relevant to scholars interested in naval exploration and the history of science. Volume 2 covers the leg from India to Australia, with notes on the Nicobar Islands, Singapore, Java, Manila, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Pacific archipelagos.

By: Karl von Scherzer
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 33mm
Weight: 1.010kg
ISBN: 9781108059763
ISBN 10: 1108059767
Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Maritime Exploration
Pages: 646
Publication Date: 27 June 2013
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

10. The Nicobar islands; 11. Singapore; 12. Java; 13. Manila; 14. Hong-Kong; 15. Shanghai; 16. The island of Puynipet; 17. The coral island of Sikayana.