A History Of The Discovery Of Maine: With An Appendix On The Voyages Of The Cabots (1869)

By William Willis and Johann Georg Kohl

Book Overview

""A History Of The Discovery Of Maine: With An Appendix On The Voyages Of The Cabots"" is a historical book written by Johann Georg Kohl in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of the discovery of Maine, a state located in the northeastern region of the United States. Kohl's work covers the period from the earliest European explorations of Maine to the colonization of the region by the English in the 17th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in Maine's history. Kohl begins by discussing the early explorations of the region by the French and the English in the 16th century. He then goes on to describe the various attempts by the English to establish settlements in Maine, including the Popham Colony and the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Kohl also provides a detailed account of the conflicts between the English and the Native American tribes in Maine during this period.In addition to the history of Maine, Kohl also includes an appendix on the voyages of the Cabots, a famous Italian explorer who is credited with discovering North America. The appendix provides a detailed account of the Cabots' voyages, including their exploration of the coast of Maine.Overall, ""A History Of The Discovery Of Maine: With An Appendix On The Voyages Of The Cabots"" is a well-researched and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of Maine and the early explorations of North America. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region and the early exploration 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120119545
• ISBN13: 9781120119544
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"