Bøger af William Desborough Cooley

""Claudius Ptolemy and the Nile: Or An Inquiry Into That Geographer's Real Merits and Speculative Errors"" is a book written by William Desborough Cooley in 1854. The book is a critical analysis of the work of Claudius Ptolemy, a prominent Greek geographer who lived in the 2nd century AD. Cooley examines Ptolemy's treatment of the Nile River, which was of great importance to the ancient world. The book provides a detailed analysis of Ptolemy's theories and methods, and evaluates his accuracy and reliability as a geographer. Cooley also discusses the historical context in which Ptolemy worked and the impact of his work on subsequent geographers. The book is an important contribution to the study of ancient geography and the history of science.His Knowledge Of Eastern Africa And The Authenticity Of The Mountains Of The Moon.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.

First published in 1831, this is a three-volume reference text charting the history of exploration. Each volume is divided chronologically by historical era, covering the period from the Roman Empire to the nineteenth century. It is a key tool for anyone interested in the history of travel and exploration.