Publisher's Synopsis
The Northmen, Columbus, and Cabot: 985-1503 is a historical book written by Julius E. Olson and published in 1906. The book covers the period of exploration and discovery in North America from the arrival of the Vikings in 985 to the voyages of Columbus and Cabot in the late 15th century. Olson's book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different explorer. The first part covers the Norse exploration of North America, detailing the exploits of Leif Erikson and his followers as they established settlements in Newfoundland and Labrador. The second part of the book focuses on Christopher Columbus, exploring his life and voyages to the New World. The final part of the book covers the voyages of John Cabot, an Italian explorer who sailed for England and is credited with discovering Newfoundland and Labrador.Throughout the book, Olson provides a detailed account of the explorers' journeys, including their motivations, challenges, and accomplishments. He also examines the impact of these voyages on the indigenous peoples of North America and the subsequent colonization of the continent by European powers.The Northmen, Columbus, and Cabot: 985-1503 is a comprehensive and well-researched historical account of the early exploration of North America. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the continent and the impact of European exploration and colonization.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.
