Kiara, diamant écorché par le sang. Vol. 3

Hazel Diaz

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Magellan: Or The First Voyage Round The World is a historical book written by George Makepeace Towle in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the first circumnavigation of the world by Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer who led an expedition in 1519. The book begins by introducing the reader to Magellan's background and his desire to find a new trade route to the Spice Islands. It then goes on to describe the arduous journey of Magellan and his crew, the challenges they faced, and the discoveries they made along the way. The book also details the interactions between Magellan and the natives of the lands they visited, including the Philippines, where Magellan met his untimely death.Towle's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a vivid picture of the voyage and the people involved in it. The book is also illustrated with maps and drawings, which help to bring the story to life.Overall, Magellan: Or The First Voyage Round The World is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, exploration, or adventure. It is a timeless account of one of the greatest achievements in human history and a testament to the courage and determination of those who set out to explore the unknown.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.

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