This illustrated history book chronicles the early life and persistent ambitions of Christopher Columbus as he sought to reach the East by sailing west. Despite years of rejection from the monarchs of Portugal and England, Columbus eventually secured the support of Queen Isabella of Spain through the intervention of a helpful friar. The narrative details how he overcame significant skepticism from a royal committee and the fears of local sailors to assemble a small fleet consisting of the Santa Maria, Pinta, and Niña. Maps included in the text highlight his navigational route from the port of Palos across the Atlantic to the West Indies. Ultimately, the source portrays his 1492 departure as a world-changing event driven by one man's unwavering confidence in an unknown sea. Through vivid artwork and prose, it explores the logistics, funding, and courage required to launch this historic voyage of discovery.
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