"Narrative of the Surveying Voyages of His Majesty's Ships Adventure and Beagle" by Robert Fitz-Roy is a record of early 19th-century exploration. The book chronicles the voyages of the Adventure and the Beagle as they charted the coasts of South America and sailed around the world from 1826 to 1836. Fitz-Roy's writing shares new geographical finds, descriptions of animals and plants, and encounters with native people. The author begins by giving the background for the voyages led by Captain Phillip Parker King on the Adventure and himself on the Beagle, covering how the expedition was planned, why they were exploring, and who was part of the group. Fitz-Roy focuses on the choice to explore Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego's southern shores because they were new and intriguing. Setting off from Plymouth readers get a sense of the challenges ahead even before arriving in Rio de Janeiro, like rough seas and tricky navigation.
Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836. Volume I. Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830
By Robert Fitzroy
Embark on a journey across uncharted waters, where brave explorers navigate treacherous seas, discover new lands, and encounter the mysteries of the natural world.
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About the AuthorVice-Admiral Robert FitzRoy was an English officer of the Royal Navy, politician and scientist who served as the second governor of New Zealand between 1843 and 1845. He achieved lasting fame as the captain of HMS Beagle during Charles Darwin's famous voyage, FitzRoy's second expedition to Tierra del Fuego and the Southern Cone.
Vice-Admiral Robert FitzRoy was an English officer of the Royal Navy, politician and scientist who served as the second governor of New Zealand between 1843 and 1845. He achieved lasting fame as the captain of HMS Beagle during Charles Darwin's famous voyage, FitzRoy's second expedition to Tierra del Fuego and the Southern Cone.
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