Columbus: De Ontdekker Van Amerika
1875
Adventure, Biographies, History - American, History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750), History - European
Translated by J. H., Jr. Geraets
Columbus: De Ontdekker Van Amerika, written by John S. C. Abbott and first published in 1875, is a historical account of Christopher Columbus's life and voyages. The book details Columbus's early years in Genua, his education in navigation and astronomy, and his ambitious quest to discover new lands, ultimately leading to the discovery of the Americas. Abbott presents Columbus as a visionary explorer driven by dreams of adventure and divine purpose, set against the socio-political backdrop of the 15th century.
