columbus, christopher

Describes the life of explorer Christopher Columbus and discusses his voyages to the islands now known as the West Indies.

The cabin boy on the "Santa Maria" keeps a diary which records his experiences when he sails with Columbus on his first voyage to the New World in 1492.

Coyote, the legendary character of American Indian folklore, gives an account of Columbus' discovery of America which is radically different from the traditional view.

Learn about the life of Christopher Columbus and our celebration of Columbus Day.

Presents an illustrated biography of Christopher Columbus discussing his life, achievements, and legacy. Includes timelines.

A biography of Christopher Columbus.

Examines the Christian views of explorers Christopher Columbus and Hern?n Cort?s, arguing that evangelizing was one of their main reasons for coming to the New World and that this fact has been obscured by revisionist history; and also discusses the early Norse explorers and the Crusades.