EXTERNAL EXPLANATION

- The work of Pigafetta is notable not only because it provides a narrative of the voyage, but also
because it offers an early representation of the people and languages of the Philippines from a
Western perspective.
- It laid the groundwork for trade between the East and the West, which has persisted throughout
the years. In addition, it encouraged the communication of divergent points of view, such as
those held by members of the scientific, cultural, and religious communities. The charting work
that was done during the mission laid the groundwork for centuries of exploration by Europeans
in the Americas and Asia.
- It took Magellan over two years to assemble his crew, buy and repair five ships, and gather the
necessary supplies before he could set sail. Also, the journal might be biased given that Pigafetta
is Magellan’s assistant during the voyage.

INTERNAL EXPLANATION

- Pigafetta's paper had an effect on the 16th-century Europeans' idea of multiculturalism since
diversity presented itself as a very wide variety of individuals and societies coming into contact
with one another throughout that time period. It's possible that this was the time when the first
attempts at communicating with people all across the world were made. It's possible that his
document also helped individuals comprehend the manner in which their identity was
influenced by the myriad of diverse beliefs and customs that were present at the time. If so, that
would be a very valuable contribution. Pigafetta's works have motivated people to engage in a
wide variety of fields as a result of their influence.
- Also, Pigafetta's writings affected people's lives in the realms of society, culture, and the natural
world. His writings encouraged people on pilgrimages and other journeys to the furthest corners
of the earth to realize that they, too, could circumnavigate the globe. Magellan's notebook is the
only record of his expedition's success in convincing others to follow in their footsteps.