Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Christopher Columbus, written by Charles Washington Moores in 1912, is a historical account of the life and accomplishments of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus. The book begins with a detailed description of Columbus's early life in Genoa, Italy, and his interest in sailing and exploration. It then follows his journey to Spain, where he sought funding for his voyage to find a new trade route to the East Indies. The book describes Columbus's three voyages to the New World, including his encounters with the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean and his struggles to establish settlements in the Americas. The author also discusses the controversy surrounding Columbus's treatment of the native peoples and his legacy as a historical figure. The Story of Christopher Columbus provides a comprehensive overview of one of the most important figures in world history and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Age of Exploration.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.
