Great explorers

Examines the three voyages and discoveries of England's eighteenth-century explorer, Captain James Cook.

Follows the excitement as Christopher Columbus, Admiral of the Ocean Sea, shows Europe its first look at the New World.

Biography of the eighteenth-century British explorer and navigator who is famous for his three great voyages of exploration in the South Pacific Ocean, as well as for his attempt to find a Northwest passage across the North American continent.

Discusses the life of the Venetian explorer and the book based on his thirteenth-century travels along the Silk Road to the court of Kublai Khan in China.

A biography of the Scottish doctor and missionary who is also known for his explorations in Africa in the nineteenth century.

Reviews the life and expeditions of the Norwegian explorer who first reached the South Pole, with emphasis on the criticism some of his decisions received. Includes photographs taken during his expeditions.

A biography of the Spanish explorer who sought fruitlessly to discover a fountain of youth in Florida and the Caribbean.

Details the life and expeditions of Captain James Cook, discussing his childhood, family, exploratory voyages, search for the Northwest Passage, and death.