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The Discovery Of The Ancient City Of Norumbega

The Discovery Of The Ancient City Of Norumbega

Eben Norton Horsford

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
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9781104387242
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The Discovery of the Ancient City of Norumbega is a historical book written by Eben Norton Horsford and published in 1890. The book is a communication to the President and Council of the American Geographical Society, detailing Horsford’s discovery of an ancient city in Norumbega. The book provides an in-depth account of Horsford’s research and exploration of the area, including his analysis of historical documents and artifacts found on the site. Horsford also discusses the history of the region and its significance in the early days of European exploration in America.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the discovery. Horsford provides detailed descriptions of the site, including its location, layout, and architecture. He also discusses the cultural and religious practices of the people who lived in the city.Overall, The Discovery of the Ancient City of Norumbega is a fascinating historical account of a significant archaeological discovery in America. It provides valuable insights into the early history of the region and sheds light on the lives and customs of the people who lived there.At Their Special Session In Watertown, November 21, 1889.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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