Maritime Geography And Statistic V4 - James Tuckey Hingston

Maritime Geography and Statistics Volume 4, written by James Hingston Tuckey and published in 1815, is a comprehensive description of the ocean and its coasts, maritime commerce, and navigation. The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different aspect of maritime geography and statistics.Part one provides an overview of the ocean and its coasts, including the physical characteristics of the ocean, the different types of coasts, and the various features found along the coastlines. Tuckey also discusses the different types of ports and harbors, as well as the different types of ships that sail the seas.Part two focuses on maritime commerce, including the different types of trade that take place on the ocean, the different types of ships used for trade, and the various trade routes that exist. Tuckey also discusses the different types of goods that are traded on the ocean, such as spices, silks, and other luxury items.Part three covers navigation, including the different types of navigation techniques used by sailors, the different types of instruments used for navigation, and the different types of charts and maps used for navigation. Tuckey also discusses the different types of hazards that sailors face when navigating the ocean, such as storms, reefs, and other obstacles.Overall, Maritime Geography and Statistics Volume 4 is a comprehensive guide to the ocean and its coasts, maritime commerce, and navigation, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of maritime trade and navigation.In Four Volumes.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.

EAN: 9781120323439