Author (last name first): Aaseng,Nathan
Publisher, Date of Publication: Oliver/ 2000
Pages: 160pgs
Grade Level/ or Age Level: 7-12
Classification:Non FictionBeginning with an introduction about exploring and explorers of new lands and what it entails, Aaseng gives the reader an insight into certain time periods from 1492 to 1911. He includes Christopher Columbus, Vasco da Gama, Herman Cortes, Ferdinand Magellan, Samuel de Champlain, James Cook, Meriwether Lewis, and Robert Scott. Each concludes each chapter with an analysis. An excellent source for research of these certain explorers written in such a way to cause the reader to think and consider reasons for the decisions made. Included are maps, photographs. source notes, a bibliography, and an index.
Reviewer: Sara Easter
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