Letters Of Christopher Columbus And Americus Vespuccius (1878)

The book ""Letters of Christopher Columbus and Americus Vespuccius"" is a collection of letters written by two of the most famous explorers of the Americas during the 15th and 16th centuries. Christopher Columbus and Americus Vespuccius were both instrumental in the discovery and exploration of the New World, and their letters provide a fascinating insight into their experiences and perspectives.The book includes a selection of letters written by Columbus, including his famous letter to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain announcing his discovery of the New World. These letters provide a vivid description of Columbus' voyages, his encounters with the indigenous peoples of the Americas, and his thoughts on the potential of the New World.The letters written by Vespuccius provide a different perspective on the exploration of the Americas. Unlike Columbus, Vespuccius was not a member of the Spanish royal court, but rather a merchant and explorer who traveled to the New World on behalf of the Portuguese and later the Spanish. His letters provide a more detailed and scientific account of the geography, flora, and fauna of the New World, and his observations helped to shape European understanding of the Americas.Overall, ""Letters of Christopher Columbus and Americus Vespuccius"" is a valuable historical document that provides a window into the early years of European exploration and colonization of the Americas. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the New World and the impact of European exploration on indigenous peoples and cultures.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.