The Explorer's Eye
The Explorer’s Eye: First-hand Accounts of Adventure and Exploration by Fergus Fleming is a captivating anthology that brings the golden age of exploration vividly to life. With gripping diary entries, sketches, and photographs from 50 legendary figures—including David Livingstone, Captain Cook, Ernest Shackleton, Jacques Cousteau, and Neil Armstrong—it offers an unfiltered glimpse into the minds and moments of those who dared to journey beyond the known world.
From the dense jungles of the Amazon to the icy frontiers of Antarctica, and even to the vast expanse of space, these personal narratives reveal the raw danger, awe, and resilience that define the explorer’s spirit. Richly illustrated and expertly curated, this book is a visual and narrative feast for history buffs, armchair adventurers, and anyone drawn to the wonder of discovery.
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- George Weidenfeld & Nicolson Ltd
- 9780297843818
- January 1, 2005
- Actual Photo
- 264
- L 28.8cm x W 22.8cm x H 2.7cm
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