Christopher Columbus: His Life and His Work by Charles Kendall Adams
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| Author | Adams, Charles Kendall, 1835-1902 |
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| LoC No. | 02007678 |
| Title | Christopher Columbus: His Life and His Work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Christopher Columbus: His Life and His Work" by Charles Kendall Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and endeavors of Christopher Columbus, focusing on his quests for exploration and the research surrounding his famous voyages. It delves into the complexities of his character and the various influences shaping his journey. The opening of the book provides a thorough introduction to Columbus’s early years, discussing his uncertain birth details in Genoa and the family background that shaped him. It highlights the geographical prominence of Genoa as a commercial hub during Columbus's formative years, underlining the maritime culture that likely influenced him. The text presents a meticulous account of the conflicting evidence regarding his education and experiences at sea, setting the stage for a deeper investigation into his ambitions and the pivotal voyages that would define his legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Columbus, Christopher, 1451-1506 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54929 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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