Quotes by : Christopher Columbus

For the execution of the voyage to the Indies, I did not make use of intelligence, mathematics or maps.....

The air soft as that of Seville in April, and so fragrant that it was delicious to breathe it.

There are trees of a thousand sorts, and all have their several fruits; and I feel the most unhappy man....

Stood off and on during the night, determining not to come to anchor till morning, fearing to meet with....

But in truth, should I meet with gold or spices in great quantity, I shall remain till I collect as much....

Following the light of the sun, we left the Old World.

No one should fear to undertake any task in the name of our Saviour, if it is just and if the intention....

These people are very unskilled in arms... with 50 men they could all be subjected and made to do all....

Tomorrow morning before we depart, I intend to land and see what can be found in the neighborhood.