Explorers discovering the world

Including photographs, maps, fact boxes, and Web sites, this book tells of the history of North American discovery and exploration and of explorers, such as Christopher Columbus and Lewis and Clark.

Covers the history of European exploration in South America, including the exploits of such men as Francisco Pizarro and Amerigo Vespucci.

Including photographs, maps, fact boxes, and Web sites, this book tells of the exploration of Australasia and the Pacific and of the exploits of famous explorers, such as James Cook and Friedrich Leichhardt.

Including photographs, maps, fact boxes, and Web sites, this book tells of explorers to the Asian peninsula, such as Marco Polo and Ferdinand Magellan.

Including photographs, maps, fact boxes, and Web sites, this book tells of the exploration of Africa and the exploration and influence of the Portuguese and British.

The last parts of the globe to be explored by man, the North and South Poles, offer endless fascination for explorers and readers alike. Readers will learn how humanity pushed to the edges of the Earth in the quest for knowledge and explore the exploits of famous explorers such as Robert E. Peary and John Franklin. Full-color photographs show the coldest parts of the globe in stunning detail. Fact boxes add depth to every expedition and journey, while glossary terms and further information give readers an in-depth examination of this exciting topic. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Further Reading, Glossary, Index, Maps, Social Studies Content, Web Sites.

Explorers searching for a New World found a continent teeming with life and opportunity. Readers will learn how humanity pushed to the edges of the Earth in the quest for knowledge. They will also learn about the exploits of famous explorers such as Francisco Pizarro and Americo Vespucci while full-color photographs show the continent in stunning detail. Fact boxes add depth to every expedition and journey, while glossary terms and further information give readers an in-depth examination of this exciting topic. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Further Reading, Glossary, Index, Maps, Social Studies Content, Web Sites.

Readers navigate this fact-filled book as it takes them through the history of North American discovery and exploration, detailing all of the successes, hardships, dangers, and accomplishments of key figures in exploration history. From the mighty Mississippi to the Rockies, up to Canada and down to Mexico, readers will learn about Columbus, Lewis and Clark, Smith, and many more. Fascinating fact boxes enhance the historical and informative content, while supporting captions and sidebars provide interesting facts about explorers and their voyages. Eye-catching and authentic illustrations give readers a feel for the period, transporting them back in time to the golden age of North American exploration. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Further Reading, Glossary, Index, Maps, Social Studies Content.