The main character is a young Dutch sailor named Jan van der Meer, who discovers a new world full of wonders and dangers. He is part of the crew of the ship of Abel Tasman, one of the most important navigators of his time. Long detailed description of the plot: The Ships of Abel Tasman is a historical novel that takes us back to the year 1642, when the first European explorers arrived in Australia. The story revolves around the adventures of a young Dutch sailor named Jan van der Meer, who is part of the crew of the ship of Abel Tasman, one of the most important navigators of his time. The novel begins with the departure of the ship from the port of Batavia (now Jakarta, Indonesia) on a journey to discover new lands. Jan, fascinated by the unknown, feels the need to study and understand the process of technological evolution, as he believes it is the key to the survival of humanity. As they navigate through the seas, they face numerous challenges such as storms, pirates, and diseases. Along the way, they meet indigenous peoples who are completely different from anything they have ever seen before.

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