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The first voyage round the world, by Magellan

By Antonio Pigafetta
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An eyewitness narrative recounts a sixteenth-century oceanic expedition that completed a global circumnavigation, blending daily log entries of weather, navigation, encounters with islands and indigenous peoples, and incidents of illness, loss, and conflict, including a recorded mutiny. The volume brings together complementary materials such as navigational instructions, ship logs, crew lists, maps and charts, official orders, and letters from contemporary writers, combining vivid voyage reportage with technical guidance on seamanship and practical particulars of costs and organization.

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Antonio Pigafetta

Antonio Pigafetta was an Italian explorer and chronicler best known for his detailed account of the first circumnavigation of the globe, which was led by Ferdinand Magellan. His work, "The First Voyage Round the World," provides invaluable insights into the cultures and peoples encountered during this historic journey from 1519 to 1522. Pigafetta's writings not only document the expedition's challenges and discoveries but also reflect the political and economic conditions of the time. Additionally, he contributed to the understanding of the Philippine Islands through his involvement in the exploration narratives that describe their history and the interactions with European nations.

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