Publisher's Synopsis
The Log of Christopher Columbus' First Voyage to America in the Year 1492 is a historical document written by Christopher Columbus himself. It is a detailed account of his voyage across the Atlantic Ocean from Spain to the New World, which he discovered in 1492. The book provides a first-hand account of the journey, including the challenges faced by Columbus and his crew, the interactions with the native people they encountered, and the discoveries they made along the way. The log is divided into several sections, each detailing a different aspect of the voyage. The first section describes the preparations made before setting sail, including the gathering of supplies and the recruitment of crew members. The second section covers the journey itself, including the various stops made along the way and the landmarks Columbus observed. The third section of the log details the interactions between Columbus and the native people he encountered in the New World. Columbus describes the initial encounters with the native people, their customs and traditions, and their reactions to the arrival of the Europeans. He also provides detailed descriptions of the flora and fauna he observed in the New World, as well as the geography and climate of the region.The final section of the log covers Columbus' return journey to Spain, including the challenges faced during the trip and the reception he received upon his arrival. The book is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the first voyage to the New World and the early interactions between Europeans and Native Americans. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the discovery of the Americas.As Copied Out In Brief By Bartholomew Las Casas, One Of His Companions.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.
