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Christopher Columbus's Jewish Roots
Jane Amler

Christopher Columbus's Jewish Roots

Jason Aronson Inc (Jul 1977)
9780876685860
| Unknown Binding
287 pages | English
$ 24.95 | Value: $ 24.95
Dewey * 755.3
LC Classification Adult

Genre

  • Adult / Nonfiction

Subject

  • 755.3 Jewish History / Sephardim & Mediterranean Jewry / Spain / 1200-1600 CE

Plot

Christopher Columbus's Jewish Roots is an engrossing, engagingly written contribution to the literature on this well-known explorer. From his family's ancetry, his adventures as a young sailor, and his unsuccesful attempt to convince Portuagal's king to sponsor his journey, through hsi years in Spain, historic voyage, and final days, Amler shares her expert research into the experiences and motives of Columbus. Ind oing so, she brings to life an era long since pased, and links Comubus's destiny to the fate of the Jewish people.

Personal

Owner History Medieval to Age of Exploration
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Added Date Jan 05, 2016 17:59:59
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Value

Retail Price $ 24.95
Value $ 24.95

Notes

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Though filled with a wealth of factual information it is written in such a way that the "story line" keeps you reading. Reveals Columbus family origins and the affect of the Inquisition on them. In my opinion a "must read" book.