Voyage In Search Of La Perouse Volume I (eBook)

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2022
266 Seiten
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859-654706297-4 (EAN)

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Voyage In Search Of La Perouse Volume I - Jacques Labillardiere
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Jacques Labillardiere's 'Voyage In Search Of La Perouse Volume I' is a meticulously documented account of the French scientific expedition in search of the lost explorer La Perouse. Written in a descriptive and detailed style, Labillardiere provides insights into the flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures encountered during the voyage. The book is considered a significant contribution to the field of exploration literature, showcasing Labillardiere's keen observational skills and scientific curiosity. It is a valuable resource for scholars of French exploration history and botanical studies. Labillardiere's writing style, combining scientific precision with vivid storytelling, brings the reader on a journey through the uncharted waters and lands the expedition traversed. Renowned for his botanical expertise, Labillardiere's firsthand accounts offer a unique perspective on the challenges and discoveries of 18th-century exploration. 'Voyage In Search Of La Perouse Volume I' is a must-read for those interested in the intersection of science, exploration, and cultural encounters in the Age of Enlightenment.

Jacques-Julien Houtou de Labillardière was a renowned French biologist and explorer, born on October 28, 1755, in Alençon, France, and passed away on January 8, 1834. A pivotal figure in the natural sciences, his contributions span botany and the documentation of flora across different continents. His seminal work 'Relation du Voyage à la Recherche de La Pérouse' (1799-1800), translated as 'Voyage In Search Of La Perouse Volume I', stands as a testament to his adventurous spirit and dedication to scientific inquiry. Labillardière's expedition was conducted amidst the backdrop of the French Revolution, with the aim to locate the lost expedition of fellow explorer Jean-François de Galaup, comte de La Pérouse. This voyage took him to Australia and the Pacific, where Labillardière's meticulous collection and description of plants were unprecedented. His extensive herbarium, esteemed for its breadth and the accuracy of observation, laid the foundations for southern hemisphere botany. His literary style marries scholarly acumen with a vivid portrayal of the encounters and landscapes he traversed. Labillardière is not only remembered as a pioneering botanist for naming many Australian species, but also as an explorer whose narrative captured the imagination of the scientific community and the general public alike.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.6.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur
Naturwissenschaften Biologie Ökologie / Naturschutz
Schlagworte 18th-century exploration • 18th century sea voyage • Australasian exploration • Botanical discoveries • botanical illustrations • Classic • classic travel literature • discovery and exploration • Early Australian flora • french exploration • French Naturalist • French navigator fiction • Historical • Historical expedition narrative • Historical sea adventure • Jacques Labillardiere • Jacques Labillardiere author • La Perouse expedition • maritime exploration literature • nautical journey narrative • oceanic expedition tales • pacific voyage • Tasmanian indigenous peoples
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