Every schoolchild knows that "in 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue"―but what they don't teach you in history class is that he wasn't the only one. In The Race to the New World; Douglas Hunter tells for the first time the fascinating tale of how Christopher Columbus was embroiled in a high-stakes race with Venetian John Cabot to find a shortcut to the East―and how they found a New World that neither was looking for. Employing fresh research and new translations of critical documents; Hunter reveals the surprisingly intertwined lives of the fabled explorer and his forgotten rival; and provides a fresh perspective on the first years of the European discovery of the New World.
#199997 in Books Bolkovac Kathryn Lynn Cari 2011-06-21 2011-06-21Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.28 x .3 x 6.15l; .63 #File Name: 0230115225256 pagesWhistleblower
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Very interestingBy sboldThis was a very interesting book. I will admit that I probably would not have picked it up and read it on my own time because I am in to other types of books; however I am glad that my professor for my intro to women gender studies class had us read this. It is interesting to see how different parts of the government handle situations. Kathryn Bolkovac had an interesting story to tell and I am glad that she is brave enough to tell it. She had a unique experience with a company that is employed by the United States government I believe and it is amazing what she had to go through. I think that many people should read this because it kind of opens up the minds a little as to what is really going on in the world and the country.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. FabulousBy JoseCThis is one of the most interesting books I've read. Since I have been in Sarajevo (where the story is based on) I felt really close to the facts the author described here. I've been in many of the places she mentions here and the connection I feel with it amazes me.It's a sad but very well told story. This book can help to open our minds and actually look at the problem to do something about it and not only just turn to the next page (pun intended) and go for the next book. This is a true story and we can prevent this to happen at least in our communities.I strongly recommend to read this book before watching the movie. If you have already watched the movie you're gonna like book even more.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. UN/ NATO a good idea . . as ideals go .By isisAppears the book was not vetted thoroughly before publication. However; I remember vaguely the reports coming out of eastern Europe about sex trafficking and the UN. This provided some excellent background leading to more extensive study of events in the late 90s and early 00s about eastern block countries. Ms Bolkovac's report on her experiences is a good read. I hope that she and her family are doing well.
