The Periplus Of Hanno: A Voyage Of Discovery Down The West African Coast, By A Carthaginian Admiral Of The Fifth Century (1913) - Hardcover

The Periplus of Hanno is a historical account of a voyage of discovery made by a Carthaginian admiral in the fifth century BC. The book, originally written in Greek, chronicles Hanno's journey down the West African coast, from the Mediterranean to the Gulf of Guinea. The Periplus is one of the earliest surviving accounts of African exploration and provides valuable insights into the culture and geography of the region at the time. The book was first translated into English by Wilfred H. Schoff in 1913 and includes detailed descriptions of the various ports and peoples encountered by Hanno on his journey. The Periplus of Hanno is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history, African culture, and maritime exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.