Pathfinders: A Global History of Exploration

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The book offers a groundbreaking perspective on world exploration, examining the journeys of pathfinders over the last five millennia. It highlights how these explorers established connections between distant corners of the globe, presenting a comprehensive history that integrates diverse cultures and regions. Fernández-Armesto's work is acclaimed for its ambitious scope and ability to contextualize exploration within a global framework, setting a new benchmark in historical scholarship.