The World's Discoverers

The World's Discoverers: The Story Of Bold Voyages By Brave Navigators During A Thousand Years is a historical book written by William Henry Johnson. The book chronicles the adventures of explorers and navigators who embarked on daring voyages across the world, spanning over a thousand years. The book provides a comprehensive account of the discoveries made by these brave sailors, including their struggles, triumphs, and tragedies.The book covers a wide range of explorers, from the Vikings who discovered North America, to the Portuguese navigators who explored the coast of Africa and eventually reached India. The book also covers the famous voyages of Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, and Captain James Cook, among others.The author provides an in-depth look at the motivations of these explorers, including their desire for wealth, fame, and adventure. The book also delves into the political and economic factors that drove these voyages, such as the competition between European powers for trade routes and resources.Overall, The World's Discoverers is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and navigation. The book is well-researched and engaging, offering a glimpse into the lives of some of the world's most daring adventurers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.