Amerigo Vespucci by Frederick A. Ober
"Amerigo Vespucci" by Frederick A. Ober is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and explorations of the Italian navigator Amerigo Vespucci, who is notably recognized for his significant contributions to the discovery of the Americas and for whom the continents are named. It lays the foundation for understanding Vespucci's early life, education, and eventual rise to prominence in the Age of Discovery. The opening
of the biography introduces readers to the birthplace of Amerigo Vespucci, Florence, during the late 15th century, highlighting the city's rich cultural and historical significance. It details his family background, illustrating the pride and modest means of the Vespucci family, and emphasizes Amerigo's educational journey under his uncle, which laid the groundwork for his later maritime endeavors. The narrative touches on the influential figures of Renaissance Florence and positions Vespucci within a network of explorers and thinkers, foreshadowing his eventual adventures and the revolutionary impact he would have on geographic understanding in his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ober, Frederick A. (Frederick Albion), 1849-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Amerigo Vespucci |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Vespucci, Amerigo, 1451-1512 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19997 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19997-9 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 725 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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