journeys

Presents the story of the Portuguese explorer who became the first European to cross the Pacific Ocean and whose expedition completed its voyage around the world after his death en route.

Examines the political forces and personal ambition that drove Marco Polo in his explorations.

An illustrated biography of Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer who opened the sea route between Europe and India in the late fifteenth century.

Discusses Christopher Columbus's exploration of America, focusing on his first expedition aboard the three famous ships.