First names.

"First Names is a highly illustrated nonfiction series that puts you [on] a first-name basis with some of the most incredible people in history and of today!"--Back cover

Ferdinand's early days -- Ferdinand's good fortune -- Ferdinand into the fray -- Ferdinand frustrated -- Ferdinand changes kings -- Ferdinand sets sail -- Ferdinand finds the way -- Ferdinand crosses an ocean -- Ferdinand the conqueror -- Ferdinand is faous (finally)

"Before he led the first expedition to circumnavigate the Earth, Ferdinand Magellan [1480-1521] was a Portuguese noble who dreamed of adventure. After years of sailing, he was chosen to lead a crew to circle the globe--a trip that no other ship had ever completed. Though Magellan died in combat in the Philippines before he could finish the voyage, his ship made it around the world, and he is still known as one of the greatest explorers."--Back cover

Includes glossary, notes, selected bibliography, and index

First published in 2020 by David Fickling Books Limited (UK edition)