The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503 (eBook)

Explorers' Early Encounters with the New World: A Compilation of Primary Source Documents, 985-1503

Various (Autor)

Edward Gaylord Bourne, Julius E. Olson (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
410 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633953822-1 (EAN)

Infos

The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503 is a groundbreaking compilation of primary source documents that shed light on the early explorations of North America. The book presents a collection of letters, journals, and official documents dating from 985 to 1503, providing readers with firsthand accounts of the Viking expeditions to Vinland, Columbus' voyages to the New World, and Cabot's exploration of the North American coastline. The literary style is characterized by a mix of historical narratives, personal accounts, and official records, offering a comprehensive look at the European exploration of the Americas during this period. This book is essential for anyone interested in early North American history and the Age of Exploration.Various, the author of this seminal work, has meticulously curated and annotated a diverse range of primary sources to provide readers with a nuanced understanding of the early encounters between Europeans and indigenous peoples. His expertise in the field of history and his dedication to presenting a balanced and informative account of these explorations make this book a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. I highly recommend The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503 to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complex and fascinating history of early European exploration in North America.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.8.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: -1498? • Age of Discovery • America • British • Cabot • Christopher • colonial exploration • Columbus • Discoveries • discovery and exploration • early explorers • Early Navigation • Early works to 1800 • European exploration • exploration history • Exploration literature • exploratory voyages • explorers • historical voyages • John • maritime adventures • Maritime History • Medieval voyages • New World • New World discovery • Norse • Norse expeditions • Viking expeditions • Vikings