Review: Reasoning and Rationale - Unraveling Flat Earth Myths with AI Insights

Reasoning and Rationale - Unraveling Flat Earth Myths with AI Insights by Raj C Vaidyamath
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Actually, it was not generally deemed flat but rather small

During Columbus's time, it was widely believed that the Earth was round, and he mistakenly believed he had reached Asia (the Indies) when he landed in the Americas, rather than a new route to Asia.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
The Earth's Shape:
By the time of Columbus's voyages in the late 15th century, most educated Europeans already accepted the idea that the Earth was round, a concept established by ancient Greek thinkers.
Columbus's Goal:
Columbus's primary goal was to find a westward sea route to Asia (the Indies), not to explore or discover a "New World".
The Misunderstanding:
When Columbus landed in the Americas, he mistakenly believed he had reached the East Indies, a part of Asia, and he referred to the indigenous people he encountered as "Indians".
The Columbian Exchange:
His voyages initiated a period of significant exchange of plants, animals, and goods between the East and West, known as the Columbian Exchange.
Columbus's Beliefs:
He continued to believe he had reached Asia until his death, despite evidence to the contrary.

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