"History of the New World, Volume 1 (of 2). Eight decades of Pietro Martire d'Angier" is the first part of the well-known work of the Italian historian Pietro Martire d'Angier, in which the author covers the travels and discoveries of Columbus and other sailors who explored the New World. The book covers important historical events, describes the life and customs of local peoples, and also reflects the first contacts of Europeans with the American continent. The work is a valuable source for studying the early history of colonialism and the discoveries made in the 16th century.