2nd Edition

The Age of Discovery, 1400-1600

By David Arnold Copyright 2002
88 Pages
by Routledge

84 Pages
by Routledge

88 Pages
by Routledge

The Age of Discovery explores one of the most dramatic features of the late medieval and early modern period: when voyagers from Western Europe led by Spain and Portugal set out across the world and established links with Africa, Asia and the Americas. This book examines the main motivations behind the voyages and discusses the developments in navigation expertise and technology that made them... Read more
List of Maps, Introduction, Time Chart, Part One, Part Two, Notes, Guide to Further Reading, Index

Biography

Authored by Arnold, David

'Clear and concise.' - British Bulletin of Publications on Latin America, the Caribbean, Portugal and Spain