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Early voyages and travels in the Levant

By John Covel
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A collection of travel diaries and editorial material presenting firsthand observations of English presence in the Ottoman eastern Mediterranean. It pairs a late sixteenth-century envoy's narrative of a diplomatic sea voyage with extracts from a seventeenth-century chaplain's diary, and includes an introduction on the formation and privileges of the Levant Company, editorial notes, transcriptions, indexes, and a portrait. The texts emphasize commerce, diplomatic practice, daily life, and the workings of trade networks and corporate privilege.

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John Covel

John Covel was an English clergyman and traveler known for his significant contributions to the literature of exploration in the 17th century. His most notable work, "Early Voyages and Travels in the Levant," provides a detailed account of his journeys through the Eastern Mediterranean, offering insights into the cultures and societies he encountered. Covel's writings are valued for their rich descriptions and observations, reflecting the complexities of the regions he explored. His experiences and observations contribute to the understanding of the historical context of travel and trade during his time.

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