Audrey A. (AudreyA) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 84 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Magellan's circumnavigation is a fascinating story, and that is the main thing that saves Bergreen's book. The characters, their travels, and their times are so interesting and unusual that Bergreen has little to do. I am glad that I read this book, and it is one of the better ones on the subject, but Bergreen is in no way up to par with authors like Nathaniel Philbrick for maritime history.
Vic T. reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 4 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Excellent read on this most dangerous and fascinating voyage of the itme period.
Patrick A. reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on
Helpful Score: 2
For the arm-chair sailor, this book is IT! And it's all factual, with nothing made up.
Gerhard O. (nccorthu) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 569 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Few books have been written about this voyage(if any). This one has been well researched and povides a lot of detail
Rob K. (beachnbooks) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 73 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
An excellent read providing a good understanding of the trials of both Magellan and his crews voyage and the tremendous accomplishment that this armada ultimately achieved.
Cameron-Ashley H. (BigGreenChair) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 461 more book reviews
Very, very interesting to read. I also like that although nonfiction, it reads more like a good fiction story. I picked it up by chance and was glad that I did. Absolutely fascinating in its detail and really makes you think about the hardships and reality of some of those individuals like Magellan. I give it a 10!
Don B. (Don1941) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 34 more book reviews
Really and truly, I rate this book 4.5. It was a great read, read like a fine novel, seemed very carefully researched, and was hard to put down.
Amy B. (galhusker) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 38 more book reviews
Very interesting, well researched account of Magellan's journey.
Bill G. (BillGo) -
Really enjoyed this book. I learned a lot about Magellan that didn't know.
Robert P. (surlyrider) reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 11 more book reviews
This is a great read, well researched, and provides insight into the Age of Discovery.
George N. reviewed Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (P.S.) on + 13 more book reviews
A fascinating story. Bergreen did an excellent job of research to bring to life such an old story. It was informative as well as entertaining.
