How did brave sailors and explorers chart the unknown world? The history of maritime exploration is filled with daring voyages, new discoveries, and global trade. From the Polynesians crossing the Pacific to European explorers like Columbus, Magellan, and Zheng He, this book examines how the oceans were conquered. Maritime exploration led to colonization, the exchange of goods and cultures, and the establishment of global empires. If you’re fascinated by the age of exploration and the adventure of the open seas, this book is an exciting read.