The Extraordinary Voyage of Pytheas the Greek
Barry Cunliffe recounts the journey of the Greek explorer Pytheas, who sailed to the far north in antiquity, expanding the boundaries of the known world through his remarkable voyage.
About This Book
This book explores the travels of Pytheas the Greek, an explorer from the fourth century BC.
It examines how Pytheas ventured beyond the Mediterranean into unknown northern waters.
The narrative draws on surviving fragments and later historical references to reconstruct his route.
Readers gain insight into early geographic knowledge and ancient perceptions of distant lands.
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