Name: A Voyage Long and Strange
ISBN: 9781594132988

Tony Horwitz

On a visit to Plymouth Rock, Tony Horwitz realizes he's mislaid more than a century of American history, from Columbus's sail in 1492 to Jamestown's founding in 16-oh-something. Determined to find out what happened in between, he embarks on a journey of rediscovery, following in the footsteps of those who preceded the Pilgrims to America. This irresistible blend of history, myth and misadventure captures the wonder and drama of first contact.

Rediscovering the New World

A Voyage Long and Strange

A chronicle of the period in American history between Columbus's discovery of the New World and Jamestown's founding evaluates the dramatic voyages and first-contact experiences of numerous European adventurers in search of such elusive treasures as gold, the fountain of youth, and potential religious converts. $250,000 ad/promo.

Laura Mauler

A look at what was going on in North America during the 100+ years between Columbus and the Pilgrims. It's heavy on the conquistadors, which is fair because that's who was mucking around in North America at that time. What really makes it a good read is how the author always brings it back to the now, showing us what became of these invaded/explored areas and what modern residents think about their local history.

A Voyage Long and Strange Rediscovering the New World

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