This book features in-depth biographical profiles of more than 100 men and women who have been prominent in the areas of discovery, exploration, and adventure. From Alexander the Great to Steve Fossett, this reference book profiles people from circa 500 B.C. to the present. Each entry is supplemented with colorful illustrations, fun facts, and maps. Subjects from all over the world and throughout history provide readers with an insightful look at both well-known and lesser-known contributions to the world of exploration.
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This book features in-depth biographical profiles of more than 100 men and women who have been prominent in the areas of discovery, exploration, and adventure. From Alexander the Great to Steve Fossett, this reference book profiles people from circa 500 B.C. to the present. Each entry is supplemented with colorful illustrations, fun facts, and maps. Subjects from all over the world and throughout history provide readers with an insightful look at both well-known and lesser-known contributions to the world of exploration.
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