Cruising Voyage Around the World

Cruising Voyage Around the World, written by Woodes Rogers between 1708 and 1711, is a detailed account of his journey as a privateer. The book includes a journal of significant events, such as the capture of Puna and Guayaquil, and the famous tale of Alexander Selkirk, who lived alone on an island for over four years, inspiring the character of Robinson Crusoe. It also features descriptions of various countries encountered during the voyage, emphasizing trade opportunities in the South Seas, along with maps based on Spanish manuscripts.