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"In 1405, the Chinese emperor sent the world's largest fleet of ships to explore the ""Western Oceans."" Zheng He was at the helm of the expedition, a man who rose from poverty to captain China's famous Treasure Fleet on an adventure covering more than thirty-five thousand miles. Little known in the West, Zheng He was one of history's most important explorers. This guide will take readers on a journey from Nanjing all the way to Africa and the Middle East as Zheng He brings Chinese technology to remote ports of call, and changes the face of the world in the process.".

"1405. The central coast of China. At nearly seven feet tall, Admiral Zheng He looked out at the sea before him. For the next three decades, the oceans would be his home, as he would command over 1,500 ships and thousands of sailors in seven journeys that would predate the heart of the European Age of Exploration. Over his seven epic journeys, Zheng He explored the Northern Pacific and Indian Oceans, traveling as far as the east coast of Africa, expanding Chinese power globally, warring with pirates, and capturing enemies along the way in the name of his emperor, Zhu Di. But this giant figure was not always at the helm of a ship"--From the publisher's web site.

Presents a picture book exploring the life and explorations of Zheng He, who began exploring the world after receiving a beautiful cobalt-colored vase. Seeking to replicate the vase, the Chinese adventurer began traveling on long sea voyages to foreign lands.

Chronicles the life a maritime career of Zheng He, who, with his fleet of ships from China, was able to voyage as far west as the Middle East and Africa during the fifteenth century.

Traces the voyage of a Chinese fleet which, in 1421, circumnavigated the globe, discovered America, and transplanted to America, Australia, New Zealand, and South America.

Graphic novel retelling of the Chinese admiral Zheng He's voyages.

A biography of Zheng He, the admiral of China's Emperor Zhu Di great naval fleet, of which he led seven voyages between 1405 and 1431, befriending and trading with countries throughout Asia and Africa.

Describes the life and adventures of Zheng He, a renowned mariner and explorer in early fifteenth-century China.