Le Routier de la mer jusques au fleuve de Jourdain by Garcie and Maillard
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"Le Routier de la mer jusques au fleuve de Jourdain" by Garcie and Maillard is a navigational guide published in the late 15th century. This historical account provides detailed instructions and information about maritime routes, tidal flows, and navigational hazards along the coast of Brittany and beyond, offering insights into the challenges faced by sailors during this period. The book is essentially a blend of practical navigation, maritime law, and geographical insights
relevant to the seafaring community of its time. The content of the book systematically outlines various maritime routes, describing the tides, currents, and geographical landmarks essential for safe passage. It discusses the specifics of navigation—where to anchor, how to respond to changing tides, and the dangers presented by underwater features and weather conditions. Moreover, it provides legal guidelines concerning maritime commerce and the responsibilities of shipmasters and crew, illustrating the complex interplay of navigation and law in the maritime world of the late Middle Ages. Overall, it serves as a crucial resource for understanding the maritime practices and challenges of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Garcie, Pierre, 1435?-1520? |
|---|---|
| Author | Maillard, Olivier, 1430?-1502 |
| Title | Le Routier de la mer jusques au fleuve de Jourdain |
| Original Publication | Rouen: Jacques le Forestier, 1502, pubdate 1509. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Navigation -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Maritime law -- France -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75437 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 246 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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