Ferdinand Magellan (First Names)
by Candy Gourlay (Author) Tom Knight (Illustrator)
Meet the first explorer who went around the world
Before he led the first expedition to circumnavigate the Earth, Ferdinand Magellan (1480-1521) was a Portuguese sailor known for his incredible navigation skills. After years of sailing, he was chosen to lead a crew to circle the globe--a trip that no other ship had ever completed. Though Magellan died in combat in the Philippines before he could finish the voyage, his ship went on to complete the first circumnavigation of the world, and he is still known as one of the greatest explorers. However, as historians today note, many of the places that Magellan "discovered" already had people living there, and his fame is rooted in colonialism. Ferdinand Magellan tackles the legacy--both good and bad--of this famous explorer. First Names is a highly illustrated middle-grade biography series that puts readers on a first-name basis with the most extraordinary people in history and of today!
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School Library Journal
Gr 3-7--This latest entry in the "First Names" series covers Ferdinand Magellan's life (1480-1521), from his boyhood in Portugal to his death in the Philippines. Gourlay provides plenty of engaging action scenes and historical facts but also discusses the impact his conquests had on the Native and Indigenous populations of the lands he visited. Knight's illustrations are often accompanied by dialogue or captions, which allow readers to visualize certain parts of the story. Maps, time lines, and a glossary help to make the sometimes complex route of Magellan's voyages more understandable. The main points of sections are often summarized in a separate font, which note-taking students are sure to appreciate. VERDICT A modern, engaging biography that is a strong buy for classes or libraries needing to support research projects or students interested in world history.--Katie McBride Moench, New Glarus Middle and H.S. Lib., WI
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JNF025070 - Juvenile Nonfiction | History | Europe
JNF025080 - Juvenile Nonfiction | History | Exploration & Discovery
