The World Encompassed By Sir Francis Drake (1652) (Paperback)

The World Encompassed is a historical account of Sir Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the globe in the late 16th century. The book, originally published in 1628, was written by Drake himself and later edited and published by his nephew in 1652. The narrative details Drake's voyage, which began in 1577 and lasted for three years. The journey took him and his crew from England to South America, across the Pacific Ocean, and through the East Indies before returning to England. Drake's mission was to explore new trade routes and establish English influence in the region, and his voyage was one of the most significant maritime expeditions of the era. The book provides a detailed account of the voyage, including descriptions of the various lands and peoples encountered along the way. It also includes information on the flora and fauna of the regions visited, as well as accounts of the hardships and challenges faced by the crew. The World Encompassed is an important historical document that provides insight into the early days of European exploration and colonization. It is also a fascinating account of one of the most significant voyages in maritime history, written by the man who led it.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.