Origin of the Age of Exploration

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By Blake Carson

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How did the Age of Exploration expand the geographical and cultural horizons of the world? This book examines the period known as the Age of Exploration, during which European powers ventured beyond traditional boundaries to explore Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It discusses the motivations behind these explorations, including trade desires, religious expansion, and scientific curiosity. The narrative explores the impact of these voyages on indigenous populations and the global consequences of cultural exchanges and colonization. The book highlights explorers like Columbus, Magellan, and da Gama, detailing their journeys and the geopolitical shifts they initiated. By analyzing the Age of Exploration, the book provides a comprehensive view of how it reshaped the global map and its lasting implications on world history.

Origin of the Age of Exploration