Publisher's Synopsis
With The Admiral Of The Ocean Sea: A Narrative Of The First Voyage To The Western World; Drawn Mainly From The Diary Of Christopher Columbus is a historical book written by Charles Paul Mac Kie. The book provides a detailed account of Christopher Columbus' first voyage to the Western world, which took place in 1492. The author has primarily relied on Columbus' diary to write this narrative, which provides an authentic and firsthand account of the events that took place during the voyage.The book begins with a brief introduction to Columbus' life and his journey to convince the Spanish monarchs to fund his voyage. It then describes the preparations and challenges faced by Columbus and his crew as they set sail from Spain towards the west. The narrative takes readers through the journey across the Atlantic Ocean, the first sighting of land, and the encounters with the indigenous people of the Caribbean islands.The book provides a vivid description of the flora and fauna of the new world, the interactions between the crew and the natives, and the hardships faced by the explorers during their journey. It also sheds light on the political and religious implications of Columbus' voyage and its impact on the world's history.Overall, With The Admiral Of The Ocean Sea is an informative and engaging read for history enthusiasts who wish to learn more about Christopher Columbus' first voyage to the Western world. The book provides a comprehensive account of the events that took place during the voyage and offers a glimpse into the life and times of one of the greatest explorers in history.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.
