Apr 24
Quest for Glory (Book 1) In late 1504, a young Ferdinand Magellan encounters Vasco Da Gama and Amerigo Vespucci in Lisbon. Inspired by their devotion to exploration, he enlists in the 7th Armada to the Indies. But to be accepted into the fleet, Magellan must overcome the personal hostility of King Manuel and prove himself …
Apr 24
Seas of Conquest (Book 2) The Portuguese are caught up in a long deadly struggle for supremacy of the spice trade.Magellan and his comrades are soon thrust into major battles in India, Malacca, and Morroco,and with each new mission they are placed in contact with the bizarre customs of the localpopulace. In the port of …
Apr 25
The Longest Voyage (Book 3) Magellan’s quest to reach the Spice Islands remains undaunted. But on September 20,1519, he realizes his path will not lead east, under the flag of Portugal and King Manuel, butto the west, under the flag of Spain and King Charles V. In preparation for the mission, Magellan enlists a young …
