Origin of Navigation
Blake Carson
Jan 2025 · LibriHouse
Ebook
121
Pages
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How did ancient navigators cross vast oceans and seas to discover new lands? This book explores the development of navigation techniques from the use of stars, currents, and landmarks to the sophisticated instruments like the compass and sextant. It discusses the contributions of various cultures, including the Polynesians, Phoenicians, and Vikings, to the art of navigation. The narrative delves into how navigation shaped exploration, trade, and warfare, and highlights the role of navigational advancements in global exploration during the Age of Discovery. By examining historical and modern methods of navigation, the book provides insights into how humans have traversed and mapped the world.
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