The Life of Columbus : From His Own Letters and Journals and Other Documents of His Time

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hale, Edward Everett, 1822-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Life of Columbus" by Edward Everett Hale is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work centers on the life and voyages of Christopher Columbus, delving into his early life, motivations, and the ambitious undertakings that led him to become the famous explorer known for his encounters with the Americas in 1492. The opening of the book provides a detailed context on Columbus's life before his historic journey, including his birth in Genoa, education, and early maritime experiences. It outlines Columbus's aspirations to find a westward route to Asia, discussing his interactions with various monarchs and noblemen in his quest for funding and support for his voyages. Hale emphasizes Columbus's determination and intellect, setting the stage for his eventual discovery of the New World, which is hinted at but not yet revealed in this initial section. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-02-15