The First Voyage Around the World, 1519-1522

The First Voyage Around the World, 1519-1522
Author: Antonio Pigafetta
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2007-01-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 0802093701

The First Voyage around the World is also a remarkably accurate ethnographic and geographical account of the circumnavigation, and one that has earned its reputation among modern historiographers and students of the early contacts between Europe and the East Indies.

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe. 1480-1521

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe. 1480-1521
Author: F. H. H. (Francis Henry Hill Guillemard
Publisher: Hardpress Publishing
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2012-08
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781290501590

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Over the Edge of the World

Over the Edge of the World
Author: Laurence Bergreen
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 501
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: History
ISBN: 0061865885

“A first-rate historical page turner.” —New York Times Book Review The acclaimed and bestselling account of Ferdinand Magellan’s historic 60,000-mile ocean voyage. Ferdinand Magellan's daring circumnavigation of the globe in the sixteenth century was a three-year odyssey filled with sex, violence, and amazing adventure. Now in Over the Edge of the World, prize-winning biographer and journalist Laurence Bergreen entwines a variety of candid, firsthand accounts, bringing to life this groundbreaking and majestic tale of discovery that changed both the way explorers would henceforth navigate the oceans and history itself. Now updated to include a new introduction commemorating the 500th anniversary of Magellan’s voyage.

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe
Author: Francis Henry Hill Guillemard
Publisher: Nabu Press
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2013-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781289703295

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Magellan

Magellan
Author: Michael Burgan
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2002
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780756501259

Describes the journey taken by Magellan that proved the earth was round and that the oceans were connected.

Magellan

Magellan
Author: 50minutes,
Publisher: 50Minutes.com
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2017-03-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 2806289998

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Ferdinand Magellan in next to no time with this concise guide. 50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Ferdinand Magellan. In early modern Europe, maritime exploration was hugely important as different countries vied for control of the lucrative spice trade. In 1519, the Portuguese navigator and explorer Ferdinand Magellan set sail with a small fleet in search of a new route to the Indies. Although the fleet was decimated by fighting, illness and starvation, they eventually discovered this new route and completed the first ever circumnavigation of the globe. In just 50 minutes you will: • Learn about Magellan’s life and the maritime expeditions he took part in • Analyse the scientific, political and economic consequences of his expedition around the world • Understand the importance of maritime exploration and the spice trade in early modern Europe ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture 50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe. 1480-1521

The Life of Ferdinand Magellan, and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe. 1480-1521
Author: F H H 1852-1933 Guillemard
Publisher: Andesite Press
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2015-08-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9781296809089

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