Description

The World Encompassed is a book written by Sir Francis Drake, an English explorer who circumnavigated the globe in the late 16th century. The book was first published in 1628, but the edition commonly referred to today was published in 1652. It is an account of Drake's voyage around the world, which began in 1577 and lasted for three years. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different part of Drake's journey. It includes descriptions of the people, places, and events that he encountered on his voyage. Drake's account provides valuable insights into the geography, flora, fauna, and culture of the places he visited, including South America, the Pacific Islands, and the Philippines. Drake's voyage was not without its challenges, and the book also details the many obstacles he faced, including storms, mutiny, and encounters with hostile natives. The book also includes an account of Drake's encounter with the Spanish Armada, which he defeated in 1588. Overall, The World Encompassed is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of exploration and discovery in the 16th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, geography, and the early modern period.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.