The World of ColumbusJames R. McGovern Six essays survey the ideas that directly and indirectly influenced Christopher Columbus, showing how he was a product of his time. The topics include the Spain of Ferdinand and Isabella, artistic discovery, science, navigation and ships, and music. No index. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Por |
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The Spain of Ferdinand and Isabella | 21 |
Artistic Discovery in the Age of Exploration | 39 |
Science at the Time of Columbus | 59 |
Navigation and Ships in the Age of Columbus | 79 |
Music in the Renaissance | 99 |
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