Columbia (1914)

By Frederick Paul Keppel

Book Overview

Columbia (1914) is a historical book written by Frederick Paul Keppel. The book is a detailed account of the 1914 expedition of the USS Columbia, which was sent by the United States government to explore and survey the Pacific islands of Micronesia. The book covers the journey of the Columbia and its crew, including their interactions with the local inhabitants, the geography and natural resources of the islands, and the political and economic implications of the expedition. Keppel's writing is informative and engaging, offering readers a vivid and immersive experience of the expedition. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Pacific island history, naval history, or the history of American exploration.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164069004
• ISBN13: 9781164069003
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"