THE NINE LIVES OF CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS with Professor of History and Anthroplogy and author Dr. Matthew Restall

24/10/2025 14 min Episodio 120
THE NINE LIVES OF CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS with Professor of History and Anthroplogy and author Dr. Matthew Restall

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“The Nine Lives of Christopher Columbus” with Professor of History and Anthropology and author Dr. Matthew Restall explores how the image of Columbus has evolved over the centuries—from celebrated explorer to controversial symbol. Dr. Restall, known for his groundbreaking work Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest, examines how historical narratives, political agendas, and cultural movements have continually reshaped the legacy of Columbus. His research challenges long-held assumptions, revealing a more complex and human story behind the man credited with “discovering” the New World.

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