Columbus

by Ken Hills

Published 25 July 1991
This is one of a series telling in a straightforward way the life stories of famous historical figures - tales of adventure and struggle, of dedication to ideals, of disappointment and triumph, aimed at stirring the imagination and welcoming the young reader to the study of history. Focusing on the life of Christopher Columbus, this book moves from his childhood to the various voyages of discovery and is published to mark the 500th anniversary of his historic landing on the shores of America.