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Exploration & Discovery - Around the World in a Hundred Years: From Henry the Navigator to Magellan

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Book Synopsis: Newbery-Honor winning author, Jean Fritz, brings history to life once again in 10 true tales of 15th-century European explorers!

True tales of our world's greatest 15th century explorers, from Bartholomew Diaz and Christopher Columbus to Juan Ponce de Leon and Vasco Nunez de Balboa, are fascinatingly portrayed, complimented with the softly shaded pencil illustrations of Anthony Bacon Venti. Readers are led through a one-hundred-year period when Europeans explored the world and mapped the globe, while selfishly feeding their own curiosity and greed along the way. Fritz includes astounding details, which provide young readers with an expanded understanding of events and the idiosyncrasies of these colorful characters. Venti's maps clarify the explorers' routes. Count on Jean Fritz to breathe life into these true tales of the Old World's fifteen most extraordinary explorers. It is history written in a refreshingly new way.

"While presenting the salient facts, Fritz approaches them with playful irreverence; accordingly, the frequently traveled material can seem refreshingly new."--Publisher's Weekly

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Welcome to an exciting journey through time with "Around the World in a Hundred Years: From Henry the Navigator to Magellan"! This captivating book, written by award-winning author Jean Fritz, takes you back to the 15th century, where you'll uncover the remarkable stories of the world's greatest explorers. Get ready to embark on an adventure filled with curiosity, greed, and incredible discoveries. With Jean Fritz's masterful storytelling and Anthony Bacon Venti's beautiful illustrations, you'll feel like you're right there beside these daring explorers.

What sets "Around the World in a Hundred Years" apart is its attention to detail. Jean Fritz doesn't just provide the basic facts - she delves deep into the idiosyncrasies and motivations of each explorer, allowing young readers to develop a richer understanding of these historical figures. The pencil illustrations by Anthony Bacon Venti beautifully complement the narratives, and his maps help clarify the routes taken by these adventurers. Prepare to be amazed as you witness the exploration and mapping of the world over a one-hundred-year period.

But what truly sets this book apart is Jean Fritz's playful irreverence. She presents the well-known historical events with a fresh perspective, injecting a sense of excitement and novelty into the narratives. You'll be captivated by her storytelling style, as she effortlessly breathes new life into these true tales of the Old World's extraordinary explorers.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to delve into history in a refreshingly new way. Order your copy of "Around the World in a Hundred Years: From Henry the Navigator to Magellan" today and embark on an unforgettable journey through time.

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