ISBN: 9780282462482 - columbus (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the story of Christopher Columbus, the famed explorer credited with discovering the New World in 1492. Drawing on archival research and authoritative historical accounts, the author pieces together the life of Columbus, from his early years as a wool merchant to his groundbreaking voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. Challenging misconceptions and dispelling romanticized notions, the book uncovers the truth behind Columbus's motivations, ambition, and the impact of his explorations on the course of history. Through meticulous analysis of Columbus's own writings and contemporary accounts, the author reveals the complexities of his character and the significance of his discoveries. The book not only recounts the events of Columbus's voyages but delves into the broader context of European exploration and the transformation of the global landscape in the 15th and 16th centuries. It examines the technological advancements, scientific theories, and geopolitical rivalries that shaped the age of discovery and sheds light on the profound consequences of Columbus's transatlantic expeditions for both Europe and the Americas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…