The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2) with some account of Ancient America and the Spanish Conquest

"The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2)" by John Fiske is a historical journey exploring the story of America's origins and the collision of worlds, starting with an examination of the civilizations that thrived long before European contact. It uncovers the mysteries of ancient American cultures and the lives of the people who called the Americas home, setting the stage for the arrival of European explorers and the subsequent Spanish conquests. The book sheds light on the world of the Americas, the unique cultures of the indigenous peoples, and the clues left behind in archaeological finds and anthropological studies, drawing a contrast between European societies and those of America, and revealing answers about their past.