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This Earthly Globe

A Venetian Geographer and the Quest to Map the World

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272pages
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Set in 1550 Venice, the book explores the groundbreaking publication of "Navigationi & Viaggi," a collection of travelogues and geographical information that reshaped public knowledge of Asia and the New World. Andrea di Robilant delves into the life of editor G. B. Ramusio, highlighting his efforts to compile diverse narratives, from Marco Polo's accounts to insights from African and Asian cultures. The narrative reveals the palace intrigues and alliances behind this monumental release, while also addressing the complexities of exploration and colonialism, celebrating Ramusio's pivotal role in publishing history.

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This Earthly Globe, Andrea Di Robilant

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2024
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