Chasing a Dream: The Exploration of the Imaginary Pacific

Uncover the captivating history of Pacific exploration and the myths that shaped our understanding of the world.

Early explorers ventured into the vast unknown, driven by dreams of riches and the desire to map the elusive "other side" of the globe. John Dunmore expertly recounts the voyages of the Chinese, Spanish, Dutch, French, and English, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and cultural encounters that defined this era. From the search for King Solomon's islands to the debunking of the G...