Over the Edge of the World by Laurence Bergreen
The astonishing tale of the first sea voyage to circumnavigate the entire globe. Magellans dramatic maritime expedition in 1519 discovered the straits that enabled Europe to trade with the Eastern spice islands and changed the course of history.‘A superb real-life thriller’ New York Times
‘The gripping story of a 60,000-mile ocean voyage…by turns sorrowful, violent, and promiscuous…’ Los Angeles Times
‘A vivid account of Magellan's starcrossed voyage.’ Kirkus Reviews
‘Illuminating the age of discovery, Bergreen writes this powerful tale of adventure with a strong presence and rich detail.’ Publishers’ Weekly
‘Mr. Bergreen delivers torture, suffering, starvation and bloody frays with almost loving zeal.’ Washington Times
‘Prodigious research, sure-footed prose and vivid descriptions make for a thoroughly satisfying account…it is all here in the wondrous detail, a first-rate historical page turner.’ New York Times Book Review
Laurence Bergreen is the author of the highly acclaimed biographies Capone: The Man and his Era, As Thousands Cheer: The Life of Irving Berlin, James Agee: A Life and Louis Armstrong: An Extravagant Life. His most recent book is the story of NASA’s quest For Mars.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780007198559 |
| ISBN 10 | 0007198558 |
| Title | Over the Edge of the World |
| Author | Laurence Bergreen |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2004-12-06 |
| Number of pages | 496 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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