This is one of the best books for getting a real sense of the day-to-day adventure of this historic voyage. The call of God upon Columbus' life is well retold in the forward of this book. Las Casas has transcribed directly from Columbus' log the firsthand account of the famous Atlantic crossing. Includes pen and ink drawings.

90 pgs

From the publisher:
Dramatic, revealing entries — including Columbus' own words — document epochal voyage, heavy seas, discouraged crew, first sighting of land, appearance of island natives, more. Translated into English, reset in large type. 44 illustrations, including a number from rare sources. Fascinating historical document.