"Christopher Columbus and the New World of His Discovery — Volume 8" by Filson Young is a historical narrative exploring the twilight of Christopher Columbus's career, specifically his voyages and dealings with the Spanish Crown, alongside the tumultuous incidents that marked his time in the New World, likely written in the early 20th century. Set in March 1504, at the start of this volume, it captures Columbus and his men struggling with a mutiny and dwindling supplies. The arrival of Diego de Escobar with a ship provides a glimmer of hope but also shows the Spanish authorities' slow response. Columbus's efforts to stop the mutiny show his weakening control and the growing tension within his leadership, showing both the complex relationships between Columbus and his crew and the tricky political situation he faces in seeking help from Spain, promising future struggles and consequences in his life.
Christopher Columbus and the New World of His Discovery — Volume 8
By Filson Young
Stranded and struggling, a famous explorer battles mutiny and fading authority as he desperately awaits aid from the Spanish Crown in a distant and unforgiving land.
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Alexander Bell Filson Young (1876–1938) was a journalist from Northern Ireland, who published the first book about the sinking of the RMS Titanic, called Titanic, in 1912, only 37 days after the sinking. He was also an essayist, war correspondent in the Boer War and World War I, a programmes advisor to the BBC, and the author of two novels. Beside his literary work, he was an organist and composer, and a pioneer of motoring and aviation.
Alexander Bell Filson Young (1876–1938) was a journalist from Northern Ireland, who published the first book about the sinking of the RMS Titanic, called Titanic, in 1912, only 37 days after the sinking. He was also an essayist, war correspondent in the Boer War and World War I, a programmes advisor to the BBC, and the author of two novels. Beside his literary work, he was an organist and composer, and a pioneer of motoring and aviation.
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