discovery and exploration

Presents a comprehensive biography of Daniel Boone that chronicles his childhood, family, and influence in the settlement of the lands west of the Appalachians.

Presents a novel based upon actual events described in the journals of Christopher Columbus that features a young Basque adventurer named Domingo Luca, who is asked to join Columbus on his journey to the new world.

A fictional account of Sir Ernest Shackleton's treacherous voyage to Antarctica--in which he and his crew became trapped in ice--told by Mrs. Chippy, a cat on the ship.

Examines the life of explorer Vasco da Gama, including his childhood in Portugal, his three expeditions to India, opening up the spice trade and expanding Portugal's empire, and his legacy in world history.

Examines the Lewis and Clark expedition, including both explorer's early lives, their journey to the Pacific, its impact on the United States and American Indians, and their legacy in American history.

Examines the life of Captain James Cook, a British explorer and scientist, including his early life, his many Pacific voyages, and his death and legacy.

Describes the discovery and early exploration of North America and traces the history of the early settlements.

Discusses the contribution made by the two men who in 1804-05 led an exploring expedition across the Oregon Territory to the Pacific Ocean.

Text and photographs present a discussion of many of the early explorers of the Pacific.