The Santa Marta may not have been the only ship Christopher Columbus used on his explorations, but it was by far the biggest. Readers of this high-interest volume will learn all about the flagship, from its journey across the sea to its fateful ending off the coast of Haiti. Engaging fictional narratives give readers an idea of what life would have been like for those on board. Colorful photographs and accessible text provide insight into the historical journey of this famous vessel.