Description

The book ""Sailing Directions of Henry Hudson: Prepared for His Use in 1608, from the Old Danish of Ivar Bardsen"" is a historical account of the famous explorer's journey across the Atlantic Ocean. The book was written by Benjamin Franklin DeCosta and was first published in 1869.The book provides a detailed account of the sailing directions that were used by Henry Hudson during his voyage to the New World in 1608. These directions were originally written in Old Danish by Ivar Bardsen, and were later translated into English by DeCosta.The book contains detailed instructions on how to navigate the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including information on the best routes to take, the weather conditions to expect, and the landmarks to look out for. It also includes descriptions of the various ports and harbors that were visited by Hudson during his journey.In addition to the sailing directions, the book also provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Henry Hudson. It includes information on his background, his previous voyages, and his motivations for undertaking this particular journey.Overall, ""Sailing Directions of Henry Hudson"" is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on one of the most important voyages in the history of exploration. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of navigation, exploration, or the early history of North America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.