The Story Of Magellan And The Discovery Of The Philippines - Paperback

by Hezekiah Butterworth (Author), Frank T. Merrill (Illustrator)

The Story Of Magellan And The Discovery Of The Philippines is a historical book written by Hezekiah Butterworth. The book is a detailed account of the journey of Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer, who set out to discover a new route to the Spice Islands in the 16th century. Magellan's journey led him to discover the Philippines, which was previously unknown to the Western world. The book narrates the challenges and struggles faced by Magellan and his crew during their voyage, including harsh weather conditions, food shortages, and mutiny. It also describes the interactions between Magellan and the native people of the Philippines, their customs, and their way of life. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the events that led to the discovery of the Philippines and the subsequent colonization of the country by the Spanish Empire. It also highlights the impact of Magellan's discovery on the world, including the introduction of new spices and the establishment of trade routes. Overall, The Story Of Magellan And The Discovery Of The Philippines is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating insight into one of the most significant events in world history.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.