The Icelandic Discoverers Of America: Or Honor To Whom Honor Is Due (1887) - Paperback

""The Icelandic Discoverers of America: Or Honor to Whom Honor Is Due"" is a historical book written by Marie Adelaide Brown Shipley in 1887. The book focuses on the Norse exploration of North America, which took place about 500 years before Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World. The author argues that the Icelandic Vikings were the first Europeans to discover America, and that they established settlements there long before Columbus. The book begins by providing a brief history of the Vikings and their culture, as well as their voyages to other parts of the world. It then delves into the specific accounts of the Norse exploration of North America, based on the Icelandic sagas and other historical documents. The author describes the journeys of Leif Erikson, Thorfinn Karlsefni, and other Viking explorers, as well as their interactions with the indigenous people they encountered. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of recognizing the accomplishments of the Icelandic explorers, and argues that they have been largely overlooked in history. She also discusses the controversy surrounding the discovery of America, and the role that politics and nationalism have played in shaping our understanding of this event. Overall, ""The Icelandic Discoverers of America"" is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on an often-overlooked chapter in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the early exploration of the New World, as well as for those who want to learn more about the Vikings and their culture.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.