Basil Hall, Fragments of Voyages and Travels: Chiefly for the Use of Young Persons is a 19th-century travel work designed to educate and inspire young readers. Basil Hall (1788-1844) was a Scottish naval officer and travel writer who journeyed widely across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Drawing from his naval experiences, he wrote this book to present engaging, morally instructive accounts of foreign lands, cultures, and historical events in a style accessible to young people.
Rather than offering a single continuous narrative, the book contains selected episodes (fragments) from his broader travels. Hall describes landscapes, local customs, social conditions, and notable personalities he encountered, aiming to broaden readers, geographical knowledge and cultural understanding. He combines adventure with reflection, encouraging curiosity, discipline, and thoughtful observation.
First published in the early 1800s, the work reflects the educational values of its time, blending travel storytelling with lessons in character and global awareness for youthful audiences.
Additional information
| Weight | 719 g |
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| Dimensions | 10 × 14.5 cm |
| Author | Basil Hall |
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| Publisher | Robert Cadell |
| Published On | Vol 1 - 1831, Vol 2 - 1833, Vol 3 - 1833 |
| Pages | Vol 1 - 338pp, Vol 2 - 325pp, Vol 3 - 328pp |
| Country | Edinburgh: United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Dimension | 10cm x 14.5cm |
| Item Weight | 719gm |
| Edition | Att: First Edition |