Christopher Columbus (1440-1506) : the first American citizen (by adoption)

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Author Alden, W. L. (William Livingston), 1837-1908
Title Christopher Columbus (1440-1506) : the first American citizen (by adoption)
Original Publication New York: Henry Holt and Company, 1881.
Series Title Lives of American worthies
Contents Early years -- First plans of exploration -- In search of a patron -- He receives his commission -- He is commissioned, and sets sail -- The voyage -- The discovery -- Adventures on land -- The homeward voyage -- His reception and preparation for a second expedition -- Explorations in the West Indies -- Attempts at colonization -- Search for China; subjugation of Hispaniola -- Difficulties and discouragements -- His third expedition -- His return in disgrace -- His fourth expedition -- His last years -- His character and achievements.
Credits hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Columbus, Christopher
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EBook-No. 71569
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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