The First Voyage Round the World by Magellan - Antonio Pigafetta

The First Voyage Round The World By Magellan is a historical account of the first circumnavigation of the globe, written by Antonio Pigafetta. The book chronicles the journey of Ferdinand Magellan and his crew, who set out on their expedition in 1519. Pigafetta, who was a member of the crew, provides a detailed account of the voyage, including their encounters with various indigenous peoples and the challenges they faced at sea.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the voyage. The first chapter provides an overview of the journey, while subsequent chapters delve into topics such as the crew's interactions with the inhabitants of the various islands they visited, the flora and fauna they encountered, and the hardships they faced on their long journey.Throughout the book, Pigafetta provides vivid descriptions of the people and places he encountered, as well as detailed observations of the natural world. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the geography of the areas he visited.Overall, The First Voyage Round The World By Magellan is a fascinating historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most important expeditions in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early days of global navigation.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.

EAN: 9781432671259