Ferdinand Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World

by Betty Burnett

Book Overview

Readers will be fascinated to learn about Magellan, the Portuguese sailor who set off to find the "Spice Islands" for Spain. However, Magellan's journey was troubled from the start. Plagued by difficulties in navigation and managing his crew, Magellan's journey ended in tragedy with his murder. Set within the context of the Great Age of Discovery, this book is perfect for students learning about that period in history.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823936171
• ISBN13: 9780823936175
• Release Date: December 2002
• Publisher: Rosen Central
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8