Charles Wilkes 
The Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition [PDF ebook] 
During the Years 1838, 1839, 1840, 1841, and 1842

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"Narrative of a Mission to Central Africa Performed in the Years 1850-51: Under The Orders And At The Expense Of Her Majesty’s Government Vol. II" by James Richardson is a compelling travel …

El Autana is a sandstone tepuy or butte about 400 miles south of Caracas in the Amazon Territory of Venezuela.  The first ascent of the Autana was in 1974 by two English, Stephen Platt and David Nott …

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life — neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Explore Dubrovnik, discover Dalmatian beaches; all …

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With details on everything from Big Ben to Brick Lane, this is the only guide a native or traveler needs. Whether you’ve called London your home for decades or just arrived last night, there’s inform …

"Glimpses Of Unfamiliar Japan: Second Series" is an ancient Travelogue, Nonfiction story book written by Lafcadio Hearn. Offers a first rate useful resource for studying Japan’s cultural hi …