Publisher's Synopsis
The Norse Discovery of America is a comprehensive compilation of all the sagas, manuscripts, and inscriptive memorials related to the New World settlement in the eleventh century. The book is authored by Arthur M. Reeves, who has meticulously gathered and translated these historical documents to provide readers with an in-depth and accurate account of the Norse exploration and colonization of North America. The book covers the legendary voyages of Leif Erikson, Thorfinn Karlsefni, and other Norse explorers, as well as their encounters with the indigenous people of the region. The author also includes an analysis of the historical and cultural significance of these events, as well as the impact they had on subsequent European exploration of the Americas. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Norse history, exploration, and the early history of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
