Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol. 3 containing a collection of curious travels, voyages, and natural histories of countries as they have been delivered in to the Royal Society

"Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol. 3" by the Royal Society compiles accounts of journeys and natural phenomena documented in the late 17th century. This volume draws readers into a world of exploration and discovery, where factual storytelling meets the burgeoning spirit of scientific inquiry. Starting with an advertisement touting the latest globes reflecting recent geographic and astronomical findings, the text then presents first-hand travel voyages for the Royal Society. Thomas Smith's detailed log of a voyage from England to Constantinople in 1668 introduces the perils and wonders witnessed by sailors. Through observations on weather, sea conditions, and vivid landscapes, this collection captures the real-world experiences that helped shape early scientific understanding.