Admiral of the Ocean Sea: A Life of Christopher Columbus
by Samuel Eliot Morison
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About This Item
Hardcover Cloth 682 pages. Condition Very Good Dust Jacket Very Good Slipcase Very Good. Book Club Reprint edition 1992. Elegant dark blue boards with red boxing and gilt embossing shows off this Clean, tight, square copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. Slight shelf wear. Slight wear to spine. Illustrated endpapers and sewn in ribbon. An unclipped dust jacket smooth, clean and brilliant with slight shelf wear - a few wrinkles and chips. Blue cloth covered slipcase has slight shelf wear. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy.
A captivating biography that delves into the life and voyages of the renowned explorer. In this remarkable work, Morison paints a vivid portrait of Columbus, highlighting his courage, determination, and vision. The book chronicles all of Columbus's voyages, from his initial journey in 1492 to the New World and subsequent expeditions. Whether for better or worse, Columbus's explorations forever altered the course of history, connecting continents and cultures.
Morison's authority stems from his own experiences—he sailed in Columbus's wake, retracing the explorer's routes. Morison presents Columbus in a realistic and non-idealized manner, shedding light on both his triumphs and challenges. After crossing the Atlantic under sail and examining the shores visited by Columbus, Morison penned this outstanding biography. "Admiral of the Ocean Sea" won the Pulitzer Prize in 1943, solidifying its place as a seminal work on Columbus's life. Morison also wrote a shorter biography titled "Christopher Columbus, Mariner."
Columbus's legacy is complex—he opened new horizons but also brought significant consequences. Morison's biography invites readers to explore the man behind the myth, offering a nuanced perspective on one of history's most influential figures. For those intrigued by the age of exploration, the book provides an engaging and authoritative account of Christopher Columbus's life. As we navigate the seas of discovery alongside this legendary explorer, we gain insights into the challenges, triumphs, and enduring impact of his remarkable journeys .
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- Seller
- River House Books (US)
- Seller's Inventory #
- 657285
- Title
- Admiral of the Ocean Sea: A Life of Christopher Columbus
- Author
- Samuel Eliot Morison
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover Cloth
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- The American Past / BOMC
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Date Published
- 1992
- Pages
- 682
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Bookseller catalogs
- World History; First Editions;
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