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Over the Edge: Magellan's Terrifying Travels

March 24, 2004

Laurence Bergreen writer, biographer

Prize-winning biographer Laurence Bergreen discusses his new book, Over the Edge of the World: Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe.

The historical ramifications of Magellan's daring circumnavigation of the globe are difficult to exaggerate. He set out to accomplish what Columbus never could--reach the East by sailing west. His fleet of five ships traveled over 41,000 miles and was at sea for over a thousand days. During that time they experienced monstrous storms, mutiny, torture, and disease. Magellan himself died halfway through the journey in the tribal Philippines under circumstances possibly orchestrated by his own officers. Drawing on eyewitness accounts and archival materials, Bergreen details the amazing drama of the most famous sea voyage in history.

Topics: History | People & Places

Tags: Authors | Biographies | Landmarks | Marine Technology | Military & Warfare | Profiles | sea voyage

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Author: Laurence Bergreen

Publisher: HarperPerennial (2004)

Binding: Paperback, 496 pages

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Binding: Paperback, 512 pages

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