9780282076979 - The Americana, Vol. 12 of 16: An Universal Reference Library Comprising the Arts and Sciences, Literature, History, Biography, Geography, Commerce, Etc., Of the Wor... (4 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Within the annals of strategic coastal development, this book adds Petermann, a 19th-century German geographer, to the list of significant explorers. His intricate maps of the period, particularly those that aided Humboldt's studies in Central Asia, are given close examination. As founder of the German Colonization Society, he led an expedition to Central Africa that raised the German flag over several territories, officially establishing German East Africa in 1885. Crucially, the text delves into his role as director of Justus Perthes's geographical establishment, recognizing his impact on the field through the publication of influential geographical magazines. This book illuminates Petermann's contributions to the understanding of unexplored lands during a time of intense geographic exploration. His pioneering work laid the groundwork for future expeditions, shaping our comprehension of the world's diverse landscapes. 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.