Proceedings of the Royal Geographical Society, Volumes 17-18

This historical collection comprises Volumes 17 and 18 of the esteemed 'Proceedings of the Royal Geographical Society,' originally published in 1873. A treasure trove for historians, geographers, and enthusiasts of exploration, these volumes offer a detailed record of the Society’s activities, discoveries, and discussions during a pivotal era of geographical inquiry. Readers will find insightful reports on expeditions, surveys, and scientific investigations conducted across the globe, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world as it was being mapped and understood in the late 19th century. The 'Proceedings' capture the spirit of adventure and the pursuit of knowledge that defined the Royal Geographical Society’s mission, making this collection an invaluable resource for understanding the history of geographical science and exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.