The Three Faces of Christopher Columbus

     Most of you are probably familiar with the story of Christopher Columbus.  You are aware that he sailed the ocean blue in 1492 and that his voyage led to the discovery and colonization of the New World.
     Columbus is both famous and infamous.  Today, we will try to learn what kind of man Columbus really was by reading three biographies that show three very different men.  Your job will be to collect and categorize facts and opinions from each of the three biographies.  You may work alone or with a partner.