Christopher Columbus
Facts and Fictions
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Description
Unpack the history of the real man behind one of the world's most controversial legends.
In history, fewer have been the object of this amount of fascination and speculation than Christopher Columbus. In critically examining Columbus's life, pioneering voyages, and legacy, this work untangles the myths entwined in reality about his life that have been around for centuries. Through an intense examination of different aspects of his life-such as his background, motives, exploratory work, and legacy lived beyond-this work attempts to go beyond biography by placing his life in an evolutionary context with implications that extend beyond.
From where he was born, to the ships he sailed on, to whether he proved the earth wasn't flat, this book takes a look at what you think you know about Christopher Columbus and provides the real history behind the man and the myths that followed him. Grounded in primary sources, the book guides readers in a critical analysis of how myths are made and how to separate fact and fiction.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Myth 1. Christopher Columbus Was Italian, Portuguese, Jewish, or Spanish
Myth 2. Christopher Columbus Was a Skilled and Experienced Navigator
Myth 3. Columbus Proved the Earth Was Round
Myth 4. Columbus Had Three Tiny Ships Called the Niña, Pinta, and Santa Maria
Myth 5. Columbus Discovered America
Myth 6. Columbus Had a Love Affair with Queen Isabella
Myth 7. Columbus Was a Benevolent Explorer and Governor
Myth 8. Columbus Was Universally Hailed as a Hero During His Lifetime
Myth 9. Columbus Died a Wealthy and Respected Man
Myth 10. Columbus's Voyages Led to an Immediate and Harmonious Cultural Exchange
Bibliography
Index
About the Author
Product details
| Published | 10 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (PDF) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 320 |
| ISBN | 9798765115237 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Illustrations | 13 bw illus |
| Series | Historical Facts and Fictions |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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