The World Encompassed is a book written by Sir Francis Drake in 1745, which details his voyage around the world from 1577 to 1580. The book is a first-hand account of Drake's journey, which was the second circumnavigation of the world, and includes descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the challenges he faced. Drake was a famous English explorer and naval commander, who was sent on a mission by Queen Elizabeth I to explore...
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