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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aSir Francis Drake's Famous Voyage Round the World |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-03-31 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Dagny; John Bickers; David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Sir Francis Drake's Famous Voyage Round the World" by Francis Pretty is a historical account that recounts the remarkable journey of Sir Francis Drake and his crew as they circumnavigate the globe. Written in the early 20th century, it offers a narrative perspective from Pretty, one of Drake's gentlemen at arms, providing firsthand insight into the challenges and adventures faced during this significant maritime expedition in the late 16th century. The book chronicles the expedition, beginning with Drake's departure from Plymouth in 1577 with five ships and 164 men. It details various encounters the crew has with different peoples, including the indigenous populations of the lands they visit, as well as their interactions with Spanish ships and settlements. Over the course of their journey, the crew endures fierce storms, navigates treacherous waters, engages in battles, and makes discoveries of valuable resources and rich lands, including the acquisition of silver and gold from Spanish ships. The narrative not only highlights the physical trials of the voyage but also delves into the political and cultural dynamics between the English crew and the local inhabitants they encounter along the way. Ultimately, it culminates with the successful return to England in 1580, marking a significant chapter in maritime history and exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aVoyages around the world | ||
| 653 | _aVoyages and travels | ||
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