Description
1939 edition. Dust jacket has moderate wear, discoloration and small tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1939 edition of “Columbus Sails” by C. Walter Hodges offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and voyages of Christopher Columbus, one of history’s most renowned explorers. Published just a few years before World War II, this book captures the enduring fascination with Columbus’s daring journey across the Atlantic, which forever changed the course of world history. Hodges, a respected historian and writer, brings a scholarly yet accessible approach to his portrayal of Columbus, drawing from primary sources and historical accounts to paint a vivid picture of the explorer’s ambitions, challenges, and ultimate impact. With its well-preserved pages and secure binding, this vintage copy invites readers to embark on a literary journey through the Age of Exploration, experiencing the thrill of discovery and the clash of cultures that defined this pivotal era.
