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This Earthly Globe: 'A dazzling tale, brilliantly told' by Peter Frankopan is more than just a book; it's an invitation to embark on a captivating journey through time. This literary masterpiece masterfully weaves together adventure, history, and exploration, ensuring that readers are not just spectators but participants in the age of discovery.
Set in the autumn of 1550, the narrative revolves around the lesser-known yet pivotal figure of Giovambattista Ramusio, a dedicated public servant in the Venetian government. His groundbreaking publication, Navigationi et Viaggi (Journeys and Navigations), opened the doors of geographical knowledge to Europe, revealing the treasures of Marco Polo's diaries and the thought-provoking insights of the Muslim diplomat Leo Africanus.
Key Features:
This Earthly Globe chronicles Ramusio's commitment to democratizing knowledge, painting a vivid picture of how geographical understanding has shaped our modern existence. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious explorer at heart, this book promises to be a vital addition to your literary collection. Embrace the adventure and uncover the wonders of a time where every page holds a new discovery.
ISBN: | 9780857891815 |
Author: | Andrea di Robilant |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Atlantic Books |
Publisher: | Atlantic Books |
Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 23 mm |
Publication Date: | 03 June, 2025 |
Pagination: | 272 pages, Integrated b&w illustrations |
Weight: | 238g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
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We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’