A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 11

This volume gathers a series of early‑ eighteenth‑century sea voyages, presenting them in a single, map‑filled narrative that traces the growth of global navigation and trade. The editor arranges the accounts chronologically, offering readers a clear picture of how explorers moved from the Atlantic to the far‑flung corners of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Detailed charts accompany each section, helping listeners picture the routes and coastlines described.

Among the featured journeys are Captain George Shelvocke’s three‑year circumnavigation, which includes vivid observations of Peru’s mines, the bustling ports of Chile, and the customs of Chinese coastal towns. The Dutch Commodore Roggewein’s expedition records his passage from Brazil to the islands of the East Indies, describing settlements, local governments, and the intricate trade networks of the Dutch East‑India Company. Finally, Captain George Anson’s squadron offers a gripping account of the perilous trek around Cape Horn, the capture of coastal forts, and early interactions with the peoples of South America and the Pacific.