Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Columbus: The Discoverer of America is a historical biography written by Arthur Helps and published in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who is credited with discovering America. The book begins with Columbus's early life and his journey to become a sailor. It then details his attempts to secure funding for his voyage to find a new route to Asia, which ultimately led him to discover the New World. The book also explores Columbus's interactions with the native people he encountered in the Americas, his subsequent voyages, and his eventual death. Helps's biography provides a detailed and engaging account of Columbus's life, drawing on primary sources and historical records. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the context and geography of Columbus's travels. Overall, The Life of Columbus: The Discoverer of America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of Christopher Columbus, and a fascinating glimpse into the history of exploration and discovery in 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.
