This exciting book follows the travels of Portuguese explorer and navigator Ferdinand Magellan who led an expedition to the Spice Islands that ended up circumnavigating the Earth. Historical information and high-interest fact boxes are presented in a tabloid-news style that guides readers through major voyages, explorations, and discoveries. Topics include what led Magellan to sail west on behalf of Spain, life on board ship, the first-ever exploration of the Pacific Ocean, the completion of the voyage after Magellan's death in battle, and Magellan's legacy. Teacher's guide available.
| ISBN: | 9780778714316 |
| Publication date: | 19th September 2014 |
| Author: | Marie Powell |
| Publisher: | Crabtree Classics an imprint of Crabtree Publishing Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 32 pages |
| Series: | Travel With the Great Explorers |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction Children’s / Teenage general interest: Discovery and exploration |