The Discovery Of America By Christopher Columbus (1892)

By Harry Hakes

Book Overview

The Discovery of America by Christopher Columbus (1892) is a historical account of the famous explorer's journey to the New World. Written by Harry Hakes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Columbus' life, his motivations for exploring, and the obstacles he faced during his journey.The book begins with a brief history of Columbus' early life and his attempts to secure funding for his voyage. Hakes then delves into the details of Columbus' journey, including the various stops he made along the way and the interactions he had with the indigenous peoples he encountered.Throughout the book, Hakes provides a balanced perspective on Columbus' legacy, discussing both his achievements and the negative impact his actions had on the native populations. He also explores the cultural and political context of Columbus' time, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the historical significance of his journey.Overall, The Discovery of America by Christopher Columbus (1892) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the impact of colonialism on the Americas.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: 1163934321
• ISBN13: 9781163934326
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"