Publisher's Synopsis
Daybreak: A Story of the Age of Discovery is a historical fiction novel written by Elizabeth Jane Miller and published in 1915. The book is set in the 16th century during the Age of Discovery, a time when European explorers were setting sail to discover new lands and establish trade routes. The story follows the journey of a young Portuguese sailor named Vasco da Gama as he sets out to find a sea route to India. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges, including storms, disease, and hostile encounters with other cultures. The novel also explores the impact of European colonization on the indigenous peoples of the regions they encountered. The book provides a vivid portrayal of life on board a ship during this time period and offers a glimpse into the motivations and aspirations of the explorers who shaped the world we live in today. Overall, Daybreak is a captivating tale of adventure, discovery, and the human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
