Encyclopedia of great explorers
Subtitle: discover the world in the footsteps of famous explorers
By: [Author: Simon Adams]
Publisher: Sandy Creek
Published: 2012
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9781435143500
Subjects: Discoveries in geography; Juvenile literature; Explorers; History
Description: This is a clear and comprehensive guide to intrepid adventurers and their travels. Discover details of important events, technology and world religions.
Notes: Previously published by Parragon, 2008.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Early explorers; title: Europe looks east; title: New route to Asia; title: Sailing around the world; title: New World; title: Pacific and Australia; title: Into Africa; title: Extreme exploration; title: Glossary and time line; title: Index.