Willi mã¼ller (2 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Sorry, No international shipping on this item.Ex-library paperback in very nice condition with the usual markings and attachments. Text block clean and unmarked. Tight binding.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a fascinating historical debate: the veracity of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus's account of a Phoenician expedition that circumnavigated Africa around 600 BCE. Drawing on diverse sources, from ancient texts to modern scholarship, the author meticulously examines the credibility of Herodotus's narrative, considering both its plausibility and the motivations of the Egyptian pharaoh who allegedly commissioned the voyage. The author also explores the broader historical context of the expedition, discussing the seafaring capabilities of ancient Phoenicians, the geographical knowledge of the time, and the potential impact of the voyage on the development of trade and exploration. Through a rigorous analysis of evidence and a nuanced understanding of ancient history, this book offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal event in the history of human exploration, inviting readers to question their assumptions and engage with the enduring legacy of ancient mariners. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…