The World Encompassed By Sir Francis Drake (1652)

The World Encompassed is a historical account of the famous circumnavigation of the globe by Sir Francis Drake, written by his nephew and shipmate, Francis Fletcher. The book was first published in 1628, but this edition from 1652 includes additional material and annotations. The narrative begins with Drake's departure from Plymouth in 1577, detailing his encounters with Spanish ships and his successful raiding of Spanish settlements along the Pacific coast of South America. The book also describes the hardships and challenges faced by the crew during their voyage, including storms, disease, and mutiny. The account provides insight into the customs and cultures of the indigenous peoples encountered by Drake, including the Patagonians, the Mapuche, and the inhabitants of the Philippines. It also includes descriptions of the flora and fauna of the various regions visited, as well as accounts of the crew's interactions with exotic animals such as penguins and sea lions. Throughout the book, Fletcher portrays Drake as a heroic figure, emphasizing his bravery and leadership qualities. The World Encompassed is an important historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant voyages of exploration in history, and offers a glimpse into the mindset and values of the Elizabethan era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.