Spans more than 500 years of Native American history, tradition, and cultural exchange, and discusses the impact of European exploration and colonization on Indian culture and society
Rich in resources and natural beauty, the Americas were irresistible to gold-hungry conquistadors. The newcomers gave little thought to those who had called the lands their home, and exploration soon came to signify conquest.
For use in schools and libraries only. Full-color photos and simple text introduce readers to Columbus' three ships, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, the Native Americans and more.
Describes some of the difficulties that Columbus faced on his first voyage to the New World and what he found at the journey's end.
This volume is a new collection of essays--four previously unpublished--by James Axtell.
The companion volume to the most comprehensive of the Smithsonian's Quincentenary programs, the National Museum of Natural History's' "Seeds of Change" exhibition (October 1991 through April 1993). Informed, accessible, and...
Recounts the life story of the noted explorer, including excerpts from his own writings.
In the late 1400s, Christopher Columbus was sure he could find a trade route from Spain to the Far East by sailing west across the Atlantic Ocean.
Uses the life of Christopher Columbus as a backdrop to present the history of people in America from the time the Native Americans arrived until 1585.
After Columbus
This book is filled with photographs, interesting facts, discussion questions, and more, to effectively engage young learners in such a significant re-telling of events.