Sir Francis Drake s Famous Voyage Round The World

Sir Francis Drake's Famous Voyage Round The World is a historical account of the circumnavigation of the globe by the English explorer, Sir Francis Drake. Written by Francis Pretty, a member of Drake's crew, the book chronicles the journey that began in 1577 and lasted for three years. The book describes the challenges and triumphs of the voyage, including battles with Spanish ships, encounters with indigenous peoples, and the discovery of new lands. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the places visited, the people encountered, and the events that unfolded. The book also provides insights into the motivations and strategies of Drake, who was both a skilled navigator and a bold adventurer. Overall, Sir Francis Drake's Famous Voyage Round The World is a fascinating account of one of the most significant voyages in the history of exploration.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Voyages and Travels Ancient and Modern: V33 Harvard Classics, by Francis Pretty. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766181863.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.