Life of Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas by mistake. He was actually searching for a different route to the Orient when he landed in the "New World" on October 12, 1492. During his four voyages, Columbus explored many different areas in the Americas, leaving a violent path of destruction behind him. Tales from the past meet modern-day storytelling! Stories From History presents some of the most important people and events of history in a fast-paced, edgy graphic novel format. Bright, action-packed scenes help bring history to life for readers. Each title takes a completely factual look at an individual or event and delivers the information in an exciting way that only a graphic novel can. Stories From History is sure to capture any reader's attention and turn even the most casual reader into a history buff! Features: * Full-color illustrations * Fact boxes * Timeline, glossary, and index Stories From History "The Building of the Great Pyramid" "The Battle of Gettysburg" "The Life of Alexander the Great" "The Life of Julius Caesar"Saunders, Nicholas is the author of 'Life of Christopher Columbus ', published 2006 under ISBN 9780769646961 and ISBN 0769646964.