“It is true that after they have been reassured and have lost this fear, they are so artless and so free with all they possess, that no one would believe it without having seen it. Of anything they have, if you ask them for it, they never say no; rather they invite the person to share it, and show as much love as if they were giving their hearts, and whether the thing be of value or of small price, at once they are content with whatever little thing of whatever kind may be given to them.” (28)

I found what Columbus wrote to his benefactors, Ferdinand and Isabella, to be of particular interest. In this quote, Columbus explains to you his views on the Native  Americans. We see that he was shocked with what he saw. The Native Americans were kind and loving people, something he did not expect. He discusses how they are always willing to give and never say no to someone if they are in need of something. They are always willing to do whatever it takes to make other people happy. Most importantly, Columbus sees that he can take advantage of the Native Americans because of their kind manner. If he is respectful to them, they will respect him. By being respectful to them and by giving them stuff of value, he will gain their utmost respect and attention, making it easier for him to convince them to give him the goods he needs to bring back to his country.