Journey : an illustrated history of travel / foreword, Michael Collins ; contributors, Simon Adams, R.G. Grant, Andrew Humphreys.
Material type:
TextPublisher: New York, N.Y. : DK, a division of Penguin Random House, 2017Edition: First American editionDescription: 440 pages : color illustrations, maps, portraits ; 31 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781465464149
- 146546414X
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Adult Book
|
Dr. James Carlson Library | Oversize | 910.202 A217 | Available | 33111008534204 | ||||
|
Adult Book
|
Main Library | Oversize | 910.202 A217 | Available | 33111008686384 | ||||
|
Adult Book
|
Northport Library | Oversize | 910.202 A217 | Available | 33111007818079 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Follow the voyages of the Vikings, pursue plundering pirates, trace the Hippie Trail, or set off on a flight to the Moon. A thrilling expedition awaits you on every page.
Journeys have arisen from all manner of impulse, from migration and the search for food to pilgrimages, trade, scientific curiosity, or simply the quest for adventure.
Packed with stories of human movement and endeavor, Journey lets you experience the excitement and romance of travel, covering everything from quests across the Silk Road and the adventures of Marco Polo to explorations in space and underwater. Discover ancient maps, biographies of conquerors, explorers and travelers, stories of scientific discovery and technological innovation, stunning works of art, and catalogs of travel-related memorabilia.
This truly worldwide account is a glorious celebration of human journeys and will make an impressive gift for any lover of travel and history.
Includes index.
At head of cover title: Smithsonian.
"An illustrated account of human movement, travel, exploration, and scientific discovery-from the first trade networks in ancient Sumer to the epic Voyager missions. Human journeys arise from all manner of impulses, from migration and the search for food, to pilgrimages, trade, scientific curiosity, or simply the quest for adventure. Journey traces each through lively accounts, alongside the biographies of conquerors, explorers, and travelers; stories of technological innovation; literary journals; and works of art. Themed spreads and feature panels capture the romance of travel with evocative accounts, archive images, historic maps, and artifacts, while catalog spreads add glamour and nostalgia, showcasing objects and documents associated with the rise of travel, such as postcards and passports. A textured cover with a picture-perfect image and shiny finishes make it ideal for gift-giving. Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution." -- ONIX annotation.