Why don't we teach the real Columbus story?

Maybe it's because some of the real details aren't suitable for certain educational contexts or could be controversial.

Maybe because the real story is complex and involves some controversial aspects that are hard to explain simply to students.

Maybe because some parts of the story are controversial and complex. Teaching the full story could lead to more questions and confusion for students.

Maybe it's because some parts of the story are controversial or not as positive as we once thought. There are issues like his treatment of indigenous people that complicate the narrative.

One possible explanation is that the full story of Columbus involves various aspects that are not straightforward to teach. It might also be that educators prioritize other topics that are considered more relevant or important for the students' learning at that time.

One reason could be that literature courses focus on works with more complex themes and literary techniques. Pulp fiction might not meet those criteria. Also, it might not be considered to have lasting literary value.

Well, not everyone likes to be scared. Some people are very sensitive and horror stories can have a negative impact on their mental state. It might make them feel uneasy or even cause anxiety, so it's better not to tell such stories.

Maybe it's because some fanfictions have poor writing or don't match our expectations of the original story.

There could be various reasons. Sometimes the plot is too predictable, or the characters are not well-developed. Also, the style of storytelling might not appeal to everyone's taste.

The real story of Columbus is complex. He is often credited with 'discovering' America in 1492. However, native peoples were already there. Columbus was actually looking for a new trade route to Asia. His voyages had a huge impact on the native populations. Many were enslaved, and diseases brought by the Europeans decimated their numbers.