Diego Pinzon and the Fearful Voyage He Took Into the Unknown Ocean A.D. 1492
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| Author | Coryell, John Russell, 1851-1924 |
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| Title | Diego Pinzon and the Fearful Voyage He Took Into the Unknown Ocean A.D. 1492 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Diego Pinzon and the Fearful Voyage He Took Into the Unknown Ocean A.D. 1492" by John Russell Coryell is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is centered on the young Diego Pinzon, who is drawn into an adventure as he becomes embroiled in an expedition led by his cousin, the formidable Martin Alonzo Pinzon, and the renowned explorer, Christopher Columbus. The narrative captures the excitement and trepidation associated with the treacherous voyage across uncharted waters during a pivotal moment in history. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the convent of La Rabida in Andalusia, where the atmosphere is charged with anticipation as preparations for Columbus's voyage unfold. Diego, the clever and mischievous nephew of the bold sailor Martin Alonzo, reflects on the peculiar events leading to this monumental expedition while engaging in childhood antics with his friends. However, Diego's lightheartedness is soon overshadowed by the gravity of his impending participation in this dangerous journey. As he navigates the dynamics of his family's legacy, the pressures from his condescending cousin, and the burgeoning malevolence among some crew members, readers can sense the blend of adventure and peril that awaits him on the high seas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Pinzón, Martín Alonso, 1440?-1493 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Columbus, Christopher, 1451-1506 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | America -- Discovery and exploration -- Spanish -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50281 |
| Release Date | Oct 22, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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