The Discovery of America by the Northmen, 985-1015 by Edmund F. Slafter

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Author Slafter, Edmund F. (Edmund Farwell), 1816-1906
LoC No. 04001351
Title The Discovery of America by the Northmen, 985-1015
Note Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Discovery of America by the Northmen, 985-1015" by Edmund F. Slafter is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the early expeditions of the Norse explorers, particularly those undertaken by Leif Erikson and his contemporaries, to the North American continent nearly a millennium ago. It delves into the rich yet often debated history surrounding these voyages, highlighting their significance in the broader narrative of American discovery. In this discourse, the author recounts the voyages of key Northmen, such as Leif Erikson, who led expeditions to new lands identified as Vineland, Helluland, and Markland as they explored the coastlines during the turn of the first millennium. Slafter discusses the geographical descriptions provided in the sagas, which may correspond to parts of modern-day Canada and the United States. Through a combination of narrative and critical analysis, he examines the lingering questions about the authenticity of these accounts and the evidence for any lasting Norse settlements. The book explains that while there is little concrete archaeological evidence of these explorations, the sagas and traditional narratives provide a foundation upon which interest in Norse exploration is built, while also emphasizing the uncertainty and challenges involved in deciphering these ancient historical accounts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject America -- Discovery and exploration -- Norse
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EBook-No. 35763
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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