Columbus, Shakespeare, and the Interpretation of the New World

The book delves into the intricate European perceptions of the New World, analyzing Columbus's initial depictions of natives and how these evolved over time. It explores themes such as the sexualization of America, the roles of various translators, and the interplay between aesthetic and colonial elements in Shakespeare's The Tempest. Additionally, it addresses cultural appropriation and the colonial legacy in a postcolonial context, offering a comparative study of the Americas and the Atlantic world that connects historical interpretations to contemporary issues.