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Title: The True Story of Christopher Columbus, Called the Great Admiral
Credits: Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger
Summary: "The True Story of Christopher Columbus, Called the Great Admiral" by Elbridge S. Brooks is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work embarks on an engaging journey through the life of Christopher Columbus, detailing his ambition to discover a westward route to Asia, specifically to the riches of Cathay, ultimately leading to his unexpected discovery of the New World. The narrative serves to glorify Columbus's achievements and character, presenting him as a symbol of exploration and perseverance for young readers. The opening of the book introduces Columbus's early life as a boy filled with dreams of adventure in the beautiful city of Genoa. It captures his fascination with the sea, his desire to explore unknown lands, and how he became convinced that he could reach Asia by sailing westward. As the narrative unfolds, it details the skepticism he faced regarding his innovative ideas, highlights his determination to seek support from royals, and establishes the hardships he endured while pursuing his dreams. The story emphasizes his persistence and ingenuity, setting the stage for the dramatic voyages that would eventually change the course of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brooks, Elbridge S. (Elbridge Streeter), 1846-1902
EBook No.: 1488
Published: Feb 15, 2006
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Columbus, Christopher, 1451-1506 -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Explorers -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The True Story of Christopher Columbus, Called the Great Admiral
Credits: Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger
Summary: "The True Story of Christopher Columbus, Called the Great Admiral" by Elbridge S. Brooks is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work embarks on an engaging journey through the life of Christopher Columbus, detailing his ambition to discover a westward route to Asia, specifically to the riches of Cathay, ultimately leading to his unexpected discovery of the New World. The narrative serves to glorify Columbus's achievements and character, presenting him as a symbol of exploration and perseverance for young readers. The opening of the book introduces Columbus's early life as a boy filled with dreams of adventure in the beautiful city of Genoa. It captures his fascination with the sea, his desire to explore unknown lands, and how he became convinced that he could reach Asia by sailing westward. As the narrative unfolds, it details the skepticism he faced regarding his innovative ideas, highlights his determination to seek support from royals, and establishes the hardships he endured while pursuing his dreams. The story emphasizes his persistence and ingenuity, setting the stage for the dramatic voyages that would eventually change the course of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brooks, Elbridge S. (Elbridge Streeter), 1846-1902
EBook No.: 1488
Published: Feb 15, 2006
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Columbus, Christopher, 1451-1506 -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Explorers -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.