The Letter Of Columbus On The Discovery Of America (1892) - Paperback

The Letter of Columbus on the Discovery of America is a historical document written by Christopher Columbus in 1493. The book is a translated version of the original letter, which was written in Spanish and sent to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain. The letter describes Columbus' first voyage to the Americas, which he believed was a route to Asia. The book provides a detailed account of Columbus' journey, including his encounters with the indigenous people he met along the way. Columbus describes the natural resources he found, such as gold and spices, and the exotic animals he encountered, including parrots and monkeys. The book also includes Columbus' observations on the customs and culture of the native people he encountered. He notes their lack of clothing, their use of body paint, and their religious practices. The Letter of Columbus on the Discovery of America is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early exploration of the Americas and the first interactions between Europeans and indigenous people. It is an important primary source for historians and scholars studying the history of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.