The Columbiad: A Poem

The Columbiad: A PoemEvery circumstance relating to the discovery and settlement of America is an interesting object...
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Author: Barlow, Joel,1754-1812
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Language: English
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The Columbiad: A Poem

The Columbiad: A Poem

€6,34

The Columbiad: A Poem

€6,34
Author: Barlow, Joel,1754-1812
Format: eBook
Language: English

The Columbiad: A Poem

Every circumstance relating to the discovery and settlement of America is an interesting object of inquiry, especially to the great and growing nations of this hemisphere, who owe their existence to those arduous labors. Yet it is presumed that many persons, who might be entertained with a poem on this subject, are but slightly acquainted with the life and character of the hero whose extraordinary genius led him to discover the continent, and whose singular sufferings, arising from that service, ought to excite the indignation of the world. Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa about the year 1447, when the navigation of Europe was scarcely extended beyond the limits of the Mediterranean and the other narrow seas that border the great ocean. The mariner's compass had been invented and in common use for more than a century; yet with the help of this sure guide, and prompted by a laudable spirit of discovery, the mariners of those days rarely ventured from the sight of land. They acquired wonderful applause by sailing along the coast of Africa, and discovering some of the neighboring islands; and after pushing their researches with great industry for half a century, the Portuguese, who were the most fortunate and enterprising, extended their voyages southward no farther than the equator. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 8683
Author: Barlow, Joel
Release Date: Aug 1, 2005
Format: eBook
Language: English

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