A History Of The Life And Voyages Of Christopher Columbus V2

By Washington Irving

Book Overview

""A History Of The Life And Voyages Of Christopher Columbus V2"" is a comprehensive biography of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus, written by American author Washington Irving. The book is the second volume in a two-part series and covers Columbus's life and voyages from his first voyage to the New World in 1492 to his death in 1506. The book provides a detailed account of Columbus's background, including his early life in Genoa, Italy, his experiences as a sailor, and his efforts to secure funding for his voyages. It also covers his four voyages to the Americas, including his interactions with indigenous peoples, his struggles to establish settlements, and his eventual return to Spain. Throughout the book, Irving presents a balanced and nuanced view of Columbus, exploring both his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and explorer. He also provides historical context for Columbus's voyages, discussing the political and social climate of Europe during the 15th century and the impact of Columbus's discoveries on world history. Overall, ""A History Of The Life And Voyages Of Christopher Columbus V2"" is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers readers a comprehensive understanding of one of the most significant figures in world history.In Four Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163801143
• ISBN13: 9781163801147
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"