Pastwatch: The Redemption of Christopher Columbus is a thought-provoking novel by Orson Scott Card that deftly intertwines a compelling portrait of Christopher Columbus with the intriguing tale of a future scientist. This scientist believes she possesses the ability to alter human history, transforming it from a saga of bloodshed and brutality into a world brimming with hope and healing.

As the narrative unfolds, readers are taken on a journey that explores the power of scientific innovation. The novel opens a window to the past, allowing researchers to send an individual onto a slightly different path, leading to unexpected repercussions for both the present and future.

Pastwatch is a masterful blend of historical reimagination and speculative science fiction, challenging readers to ponder the profound impact of individual actions on the course of history.