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Sail!: Can You Command a Sea Voyage?

by Julia Bruce · 2009

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In command of the king's fleet, you are headed for India to trade for silks and spices in the late 1500s. This step-by-step guide will help you find a crew, set your course, and fulfill your task. Avoid pirates and sinking the ship, and you could return to wealth and glory! A fun and exciting way to introduce readers to the world in the age of exploration and the shipping trade.

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childrens
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short · 32 pages

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