Author: Queirós, Pedro Fernandes de
Synopsis:
'Terra Australis Incognita; Or, A New Southern Discovery, containing A Fifth Part of the World' follows the extraordinary journey of Pedro Fernandes de Queirós, a Portuguese explorer, as he embarks on a daring expedition to uncover the mysterious Terra Australis Incognita, a fabled land believed to exist in the southern hemisphere. As Queirós and his crew face treacherous seas, encounters with indigenous peoples, and the challenges of navigating uncharted territories, they find themselves on a voyage that will test their courage, resilience, and determination. Along the way, they make astonishing discoveries that challenge their understanding of the world and forever alter the course of history.
Genres:
Historical fiction, Adventure, Exploration
Themes:
Exploration and discovery, Cultural encounters, Human resilience, The unknown and the quest for knowledge
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