Christopher Columbus By Minna Lacey

Vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Christopher Columbus. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand the famous person and their times. Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about Columbus’s life and discoveries. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

Chapters in this book include:
– Going to sea
– A royal request
– The first voyage
– Land ahoy!
– Triumphant return
– The battle for Hispaniola
– Fall from glory
– The final voyage
– My life at sea
– Maps