Zheng He: China's Greatest Explorer, Mariner, and Navigator

by Corona Brezina

Zheng He was the commander of a vast Chinese fleet known as the treasure fleet. In the early fifteenth century, he led the fleet on seven journeys throughout the South China Sea and Indian Ocean, serving as ambassador to the barbarian nations in need of a civilizing influence. Under Zheng He's command, the Chinese treasure fleet achieved one of the most impressive maritime displays the world had ever seen. This engaging volume covers the fleet's travels,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508171491
• ISBN13: 9781508171492
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12