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An Attempt to Solve the Problem of the First Landing Place of Columbus in the New World (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A well-preserved specimen, supposed to have been made about the tenth century, was dug out of a tumulus at Gogstad, Norway, in the Spring of It is 72 feet long, 17 wide, and it probably drew 5 feet of water. There are twenty benches for rowers. Near the middle is a wooden step for a mast, and indications that this might have been lowered at will. The vessels of the Northmen were obviously good sea-boats and from their light draft and the alternative of oars, they must have been very handy in the neighborhood of land, but under canvas they could make no headway unless by sailing large.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1333737661
- ISBN 13 9781333737665
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages72
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a captivating historical mystery: the precise location of Christopher Columbus' first landing in the New World. The author meticulously examines centuries of debate, meticulously comparing historical records and maps to pinpoint the exact island where Columbus first set foot in the Americas. The book explores the broader context of early exploration, examining the navigational techniques of the time and highlighting Columbus's role in ushering in a new era of transatlantic trade and discovery. The author meticulously explores the accounts of Columbus' contemporaries and analyzes their conflicting interpretations of the voyage's log. The book also sheds light on the devastating impact of European colonization on the indigenous populations of the Bahamas. Through a careful analysis of historical documents and maps, the author presents a compelling argument for a specific island as the site of Columbus' first landing. The book provides fascinating insights into the history of early exploration, the complexities of historical research, and the enduring legacy of Columbus' discovery. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333737665_0
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