Address On The Subject Of A Surveying And Exploring Expedition To The Pacific Ocean And South Seas (1836)

""Address On The Subject Of A Surveying And Exploring Expedition To The Pacific Ocean And South Seas"" is a historical book written by Jeremiah N. Reynolds in 1836. The book presents an address given by Reynolds to the American Philosophical Society, in which he proposes a surveying and exploring expedition to the Pacific Ocean and South Seas. Reynolds argues that such an expedition would not only benefit the scientific community by providing valuable information about the geography, geology, and natural history of the region, but also serve as a means of expanding American commerce and influence in the area. The book provides a detailed account of Reynolds' proposal, including the potential cost, timeline, and objectives of the expedition. It also includes an analysis of the political and economic factors that make such an expedition necessary and feasible. Overall, ""Address On The Subject Of A Surveying And Exploring Expedition To The Pacific Ocean And South Seas"" offers a fascinating insight into the early years of American exploration and expansion, and the role of science in shaping the country's foreign policy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.