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41) Francis Drake
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Describes the life and adventures of the seaman who was the first Englishman to sail around the world.
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Sir Francis Drake may not have been the first person to sail around the globe, but he still made history as the second. Along the way, he stole a lot of treasure, lost a few ships in battle and bad weather, and made an enemy of King Phillip II of Spain. Learn all about the life and exploits of this 16th century privateer and explorer in this exciting book packed full of fun facts, vibrant illustrations, and interactive activities. --from Amazon.
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When Nellie Bly read Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne, she had an amazing idea. What if she traveled around the world in real life, and did it in less than eighty days? In 1889, people doubted it could be done -- especially by a woman. But with one small bag and a sturdy coat, Nellie set out anyway. Soon the whole world was rooting for her. Could she make it back home in time?
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Find out about the real Ferdinand Magellan in this fun-to-read biography about the poor boy who grew up to be a bold explorer who set out to circle the globe.
La vida del explorador Fernando de Magallanes, que fue de una niñez pobre a ser un explorador audaz que se lanzó a darle la vuelta al mundo.
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With hundreds of facts about the famous explorer and the Age of Discovery and Exploration in the Pacific, this book offers a comprehensive, informative. and highly readable introduction to the world of Captain Cook. Features personal accounts, maps, primary sources, and graphics.
56) World adventure
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In this book you will travel around the world, to see spots that world travelers often visit and places few travelers ever see. Includes maps that show where your travels are taking you.
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Conviértete en un explorador y descubre los seis continentes a través de sus lugares más curiosos, contados a los más jóvenes de la casa por el autor bestseller Pedro Torrijos. Un atlas a todo color, repleto de fabulosas historias e indispensable en las estanterías de todas las familias. Cuentan que en la Antártida hay un edificio en forma de oruga que surca la nieve montado sobre unos patines. También dicen que en algún lugar en el desierto...
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Ferdinand Magellan was a famed Portuguese explorer. His voyage, launched in 1519, led to the discovery that the globe could be circumnavigated by sea. Although Magellan himself did not survive the incredible journey that led to this discover, his contributions to the scientific understanding of Earth's surface were inestimable. This dynamic and thorough history of Magellan's expedition will intrigue readers and impart to them a greater knowledge of...