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The Travels And Adventures Of Edward Brown

- Formerly A Merchant In London (1739)

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""The Travels and Adventures of Edward Brown: Formerly a Merchant in London"" is a book written by John Campbell and published in 1739. The book is a memoir of the adventures of Edward Brown, a merchant from London who sets out on a journey to explore the world beyond his hometown. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which recounts Brown's experiences in different parts of the world.The book begins with Brown's departure from London and his journey across the Atlantic to the Americas. He then travels through various parts of North and South America, encountering different cultures and people along the way. Brown also describes his experiences in the West Indies, including his encounters with pirates and his time spent on a plantation.As Brown continues his travels, he visits various countries in Europe, including Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy. He describes the art, architecture, and customs of each country, as well as his encounters with the people he meets. Brown also spends time in the Ottoman Empire, where he witnesses the political and cultural differences between the East and the West.Overall, ""The Travels and Adventures of Edward Brown"" is a fascinating account of one man's journey to explore the world and the people he meets along the way. The book provides a unique perspective on the cultures and customs of different parts of the world during the 18th century.Containing His Observations On France And Italy; His Voyage To The Levant; His Account Of The Isle Of Malta; His Remarks In His Journeys Through The Lower And Upper Egypt. Together With A Brief Description Of The Abyssinian Empire. Interspersed With Several Curious Historical Passages Relating To Our Own As Well As Foreign Nations; As Also With Critical Disquisitions As To The Present State Of The Sciences In Egypt, Particularly Physic And Chemistry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165163663
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 464
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 617 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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""The Travels and Adventures of Edward Brown: Formerly a Merchant in London"" is a book written by John Campbell and published in 1739. The book is a memoir of the adventures of Edward Brown, a merchant from London who sets out on a journey to explore the world beyond his hometown. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which recounts Brown's experiences in different parts of the world.The book begins with Brown's departure from London and his journey across the Atlantic to the Americas. He then travels through various parts of North and South America, encountering different cultures and people along the way. Brown also describes his experiences in the West Indies, including his encounters with pirates and his time spent on a plantation.As Brown continues his travels, he visits various countries in Europe, including Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy. He describes the art, architecture, and customs of each country, as well as his encounters with the people he meets. Brown also spends time in the Ottoman Empire, where he witnesses the political and cultural differences between the East and the West.Overall, ""The Travels and Adventures of Edward Brown"" is a fascinating account of one man's journey to explore the world and the people he meets along the way. The book provides a unique perspective on the cultures and customs of different parts of the world during the 18th century.Containing His Observations On France And Italy; His Voyage To The Levant; His Account Of The Isle Of Malta; His Remarks In His Journeys Through The Lower And Upper Egypt. Together With A Brief Description Of The Abyssinian Empire. Interspersed With Several Curious Historical Passages Relating To Our Own As Well As Foreign Nations; As Also With Critical Disquisitions As To The Present State Of The Sciences In Egypt, Particularly Physic And Chemistry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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