The Life of Christopher Columbus is a four-volume biography written by the renowned American author Washington Irving. The book chronicles the life and adventures of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus, from his childhood in Genoa to his voyages across the Atlantic Ocean and his eventual death in Spain.In the first volume, Irving explores Columbus's early life and his first attempts to secure funding for his expedition. He also delves into the political and social climate of 15th-century Europe, providing context for Columbus's quest to find a new trade route to the East Indies.The second volume follows Columbus on his first voyage across the Atlantic, detailing the challenges he faced and the discoveries he made along the way. Irving also examines the impact of Columbus's arrival in the New World on the indigenous peoples he encountered.In the third volume, Irving explores Columbus's subsequent voyages and his struggles to maintain his position as governor of the new territories he had claimed for Spain. He also examines the controversies surrounding Columbus's treatment of the native populations and his eventual fall from grace with the Spanish monarchy.Finally, in the fourth volume, Irving provides a detailed account of Columbus's final years, his death, and his legacy. He also reflects on the enduring impact of Columbus's voyages on world history and the ongoing debates over his place in the pantheon of great explorers.Overall, The Life of Christopher Columbus is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of history's most famous figures, written by one of America's most celebrated authors. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 15th-century Europe and the early days of the New World, as well as a nuanced portrait of a complex and controversial figure.1828. Washington Irving was the first American literary artist to earn his living solely through his writings and is considered to be the Father of the American Short Story. Irving became a diplomatic attach����� at the American embassy in Madrid in 1826. There he produced his biography of Columbus, largely based on the work of the Spanish historian Navarrete. See other Irving titles available from Kessinger Publishing.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.