Richard Hakluyt

Richard Hakluyt was an English writer known for promoting the settlement of North America by the English through his works. He is best known for his collection of voyages and travels, 'The Principal Navigations, Voiages, Traffiques and Discoueries of the English Nation'.

Books

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  1. 1. The Principal Navigations

    Cover of 'The Principal Navigations' by Richard Hakluyt

    "The Principal Navigations" is a comprehensive collection of English travel narratives from the 16th century, detailing a wide range of voyages and expeditions. The book includes accounts of journeys to the New World, Asia, and Africa, and features explorations by famous figures like Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh. The narratives provide a historical record of the era's discoveries, cultural encounters, and colonial endeavors, giving readers a unique insight into the period's maritime exploration and its impact on the world.

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