The Story of North American Discovery and Exploration
Biographies, Historical Documents, Journals & Letters of the Greatest Explorers of North AmericaBy Julius E. Olson, Edward Everett Hale, Elizabeth Hodges, Frederick A. Ober, Stephen Leacock, Charles W. Colby, Thomas A. Janvier
Length29h 56m
About this audiobook
The Story of North American Discovery and Exploration' is a seminal anthology that captures the vast, tumultuous sweep of the continent's exploration. This collection masterfully encompasses a variety of literary styles, from the rigorous scholarly analysis to the vivid narrative histories, offering readers a panoramic view of the vast territories and the myriad cultures encountered. Key pieces within the anthology highlight seminal moments in North American history, showcasing the intricate mosaic of adventures and adversities that shaped the continent, woven together under the meticulous guidance of the editors who harmonize these diverse stories into a compelling narrative thread. The contributing authors—Julius E. Olson, Edward Everett Hale, and others—are distinguished by their profound connections to the historical and cultural fabric of North American history. Their collective expertise spans academic history, storytelling, and cultural analysis, positioning this anthology at the confluence of historical scholarship and compelling narrative. These authors do not merely recount facts but animate them, bringing to life the diverse perspectives of explorers and indigenous peoples alike. 'The Story of North American Discovery and Exploration' not only educates but enthralls, making it an indispensable addition to both academic and personal libraries. It invites readers to traverse the rugged terrains of the North American past, guided by some of the most esteemed scholars in the field. This anthology is particularly valuable for those eager to delve into the complexities of historical narratives and the evolution of a continent, presented through a tapestry of rich, scholarly accounts and lively, detailed storytelling.
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GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length29 hrs 56 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Story of North American Discovery and Exploration
43XI BALBOA STRENGTHENS HIS ARM 1512
2Eric the Red and the Northmen
44XII THE QUEST FOR THE AUSTRAL OCEAN 1513
3Introduction
45XIII ON THE SHORES OF THE PACIFIC 1513
4The Saga of Eric the Red
46XIV A RIVAL IN THE FIELD 1514
5The Vinland History of the Flat Island Book
47XV PEDRARIAS, THE SCOURGE OF DARIEN 1515
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6From Adam of Bremen’s Descriptio Insularum Aquilonis
48XVI IN THE DOMAIN OF THE DRAGONS 1515
7From the Icelandic Annals
49XVII A COMPACT WITH THE ENEMY 1516
8Papal Letters Concerning the Bishopric of Gardar in Greenland During the Fifteenth Century
50XVIII BUILDING THE BRIGANTINES 1516
9CHAPTER I — EARLY LIFE OF COLUMBUS
51XIX IMPRISONED AND IN CHAINS 1517
10CHAPTER II — HIS PLANS FOR DISCOVERY
52XX THE END OF VASCO NUÑEZ DE BALBOA 1517
11CHAPTER III — THE GREAT VOYAGE
53CHAPTER I EARLY LIFE
12CHAPTER IV — THE LANDING ON THE TWELFTH OF OCTOBER
54CHAPTER II THE FIRST VOYAGE — NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
13CHAPTER V — LANDING ON CUBA
55CHAPTER III THE FIRST VOYAGE — THE GULF OF ST LAWRENCE
14CHAPTER VI — DISCOVERY OF HAYTI OR HISPANIOLA
56CHAPTER IV THE SECOND VOYAGE — THE ST LAWRENCE
15CHAPTER VII — COLUMBUS IS CALLED TO MEET THE KING AND QUEEN
57CHAPTER V THE SECOND VOYAGE — STADACONA
16CHAPTER VIII — THE SECOND EXPEDITION SAILS
58CHAPTER VI THE SECOND VOYAGE — HOCHELAGA
17CHAPTER IX — THE NEW COLONY
59CHAPTER VII THE SECOND VOYAGE — WINTER AT STADACONA
18CHAPTER X — THE THIRD VOYAGE
60CHAPTER VIII THE THIRD VOYAGE
19CHAPTER XI — SPAIN, 1500, 1501
61CHAPTER IX THE CLOSE OF CARTIER'S CAREER
20CHAPTER XII — FOURTH VOYAGE
62ITINERARY OF CARTIER'S VOYAGES
21CHAPTER XIII — TWO SAD YEARS
63I
22APPENDIX A
64II
23SUMMARY
65III
24APPENDIX B
66IV
25APPENDIX C
67V
26John Cabot
68VI
27The life of John Cabot
69VII
28Original Narratives of the Voyages of John Cabot:
70VIII
29Letter of Lorenzo Pasqualigo to His Brothers Alvise and Francesco, Merchants in Venice
71IX
30Despatch to Ferdinand and Isabella From Pedro De Ayala Junior Ambassador at the Court of England, July 25, 1498 (pt. 1)
72X
31Despatch to Ferdinand and Isabella From Pedro De Ayala Junior Ambassador at the Court of England, July 25, 1498 (pt. 2)
73XI
32Despatch to Ferdinand and Isabella From Pedro De Ayala Junior Ambassador at the Court of England, July 25, 1498 (pt. 3)
74XII
33I THE MAN-OF-THE-BARREL 1475-1510
75XIII
34II LEADER OF A FORLORN HOPE 1510
76XIV
35III BALBOA ASSERTS HIS SUPREMACY 1510
77NEWLY-DISCOVERED DOCUMENTS
36IV BALBOA CAPTURES A PRINCESS 1511
78Samuel de Champlain
37V THE CACIQUES OF DARIEN 1511
79CHAPTER I. CHAMPLAIN'S EARLY YEARS
38VI FIRST TIDINGS OF THE PACIFIC 1512
80CHAPTER II. CHAMPLAIN IN ACADIA
39VII A SEARCH FOR THE GOLDEN TEMPLE 1511
81CHAPTER III. CHAMPLAIN AT QUEBEC
40VIII CONSPIRACY OF THE CACIQUES 1512
82CHAPTER IV. CHAMPLAIN IN THE WILDERNESS
41IX HOW THE CONSPIRACY WAS DEFEATED 1512
83CHAPTER V. CHAMPLAIN'S LAST YEARS
42X DISSENSIONS IN THE COLONY 1512
84CHAPTER VI. CHAMPLAIN'S WRITINGS AND CHARACTER
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