Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 1 (of 8) by Justin Winsor

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Editor Winsor, Justin, 1831-1897
Title Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 1 (of 8)
Aboriginal America
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Summary "Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 1 (of 8)" by Justin Winsor is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This extensive work aims to document and analyze the various aspects of American history, beginning with the indigenous peoples and their cultures prior to European contact. It examines the evolution of geographical knowledge, early explorations, and significant historical narratives that shaped the understanding of America. The opening of this volume features a detailed introduction that acknowledges the collaborations and bibliographical contributions to the study of early American history. It discusses significant figures involved in chronicling the voyages and experiences of explorers and settlers. Notably, Winsor points out the well-documented history of libraries and influential bibliographers who have gathered and preserved knowledge about America, setting the stage for an exploration of pre-Columbian explorations and the subsequent European encounters with the continent. This structured opening establishes a scholarly tone, emphasizing the importance of source materials and historical context in understanding America's narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject America -- Discovery and exploration
Subject United States -- History
Subject America -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 50801
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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