Excerpt from A Guide-Book to Norumbega and Vineland: Or, the Archæological Treasures Along Charles River
Just at this time, when we are in the midst of such stupendous preparations for the celebra tion of the four hundredth anniversary of the discovery of this continent by Christopher Co lumbus, it in nowise detracts from his glory to contemplate the voyages made at a far earlier period by the Norsemen'.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Discover the captivating story of the Norsemen's arrival in North America centuries before Christopher Columbus, as revealed by the groundbreaking research of Professor Eben Norton Horsford. This book takes you on a historical journey, exploring archaeological sites along the Charles River that have unearthed Norse settlements, artifacts, and evidence of shipbuilding. The author meticulously examines the sagas of Leif Erikson and Thorfinn Karlsefni, providing fresh insights into their expeditions, encounters with the indigenous population, and the establishment of Vinland, the "good land." The book delves into the significance of masur wood, a valuable resource that drove Norse exploration and industry, and highlights the lasting impact of the Norse presence on the region. Through its accessible language and compelling narrative, this book illuminates a fascinating chapter in American history, shedding new light on the exploration and settlement of the New World. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332133710_0
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