I recently had the pleasure of reading a fascinating book called Book of American Explorers by Thomas Wentworth Higginson. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the explorers who played a significant role in shaping America's history.
Higginson's writing is engaging and well-researched, bringing to life the incredible journeys and discoveries made by these courageous individuals. From the early Spanish explorers to Lewis and Clark, the book covers a wide range of explorers and expeditions, showcasing the diversity of experiences and challenges they faced.
One of the aspects I particularly enjoyed about this book is the way Higginson delves into the personal stories and motivations of the explorers. It humanizes these historical figures, making their accomplishments all the more impressive and inspiring.
Overall, I highly recommend Book of American Explorers to anyone interested in learning more about the brave men and women who ventured into the unknown and helped shape the America we know today. It is a well-written and informative read that sheds light on a fascinating period of American history.
Book Description:
This book tells the story of exploration in America in the words of the explorers themselves. It consists of extracts from narratives of the early discoverers and explorers of the American continent from the Northmen in 10th century to 17th century Massachusets Bay Colony. - Summary by Kikisaulite