Originally published in 1808, this extensive collection of travel writings offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of exploration and discovery in the 18th and early 19th centuries. With over 300 essays covering a wide range of topics and regions, this book is a treasure trove of historical and cultural information. Whether you are interested in the Amazon rainforest, the Arctic Circle, or the deserts of Africa, this book has something for you. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.