In Luest of the Western Ocean

"In Quest of the Western Ocean" is a comprehensive historical account detailing the centuries-long search for a navigable sea route across the North American continent. Nellis M. Crouse meticulously traces the motivations and voyages of explorers from various European nations as they sought a direct path to the Pacific Ocean and the riches of the Orient.The narrative explores the evolution of geographical knowledge from the early Renaissance through the late 18th century. Crouse examines the efforts of major figures such as John Cabot, Jacques Cartier, and Henry Hudson, analyzing how their journeys-though often failing in their primary objective-gradually filled in the blank spaces on the map of the New World. The work delves into the various theories regarding the Northwest Passage and the legendary Strait of Anian, providing a scholarly look at the intersection of cartography, maritime ambition, and political rivalry.This study remains a significant resource for understanding the historical development of North American exploration and the persistent human drive to discover new frontiers. It offers a detailed examination of the maps, myths, and physical challenges that defined the age of discovery.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pagina's: 510, Paperback, Tradd Street Press