The Finding Of Wineland The Good: The History Of The Icelandic Discovery Of America

By Arthur Middleton 1856-1891 Reeves and Arthur Middleton Reeves

Book Overview

""The Finding of Wineland the Good: The History of the Icelandic Discovery of America"" is a book written by Arthur Middleton Reeves that tells the story of the Icelandic discovery of North America. The book recounts the journey of Leif Erikson, the son of Erik the Red, who sailed from Greenland to explore the unknown lands to the west. The book provides a detailed account of the Norse settlements in North America, including the famous Vinland, and the interactions between the Norse and the indigenous people. The author uses primary sources such as the Icelandic sagas, archaeological evidence, and historical records to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the Icelandic discovery of America. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in Norse history, exploration, and the early discovery of America.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: 1163777951
• ISBN13: 9781163777954
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"