The Song Of America And Columbus Or The Story Of The New World

""The Song of America and Columbus or The Story of the New World: A Greeting to Columbus and Columbia"" is a historical book written by Kinahan Cornwallis in 1892. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive account of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus and the subsequent colonization of the New World. The book begins with an introduction that highlights the importance of Columbus's voyage and the impact it had on the world. It then delves into the life of Columbus, his motivations for exploring new territories, and the challenges he faced during his journey. Cornwallis also provides an in-depth analysis of the Native American tribes that inhabited the New World before Columbus's arrival. The book discusses their customs, beliefs, and way of life, as well as the conflicts that arose between them and the European colonizers. Throughout the book, Cornwallis pays tribute to Columbus and Columbia (the poetic name given to the United States) by including various poems and songs that celebrate their achievements. The book also includes illustrations and maps that help readers visualize the events and locations described in the text. Overall, ""The Song of America and Columbus or The Story of the New World: A Greeting to Columbus and Columbia"" is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on one of the most significant events in world history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the exploration and colonization of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.