The Pre-Columbian Discovery of America by the Northmen Illustrated by Translations from Icelandic Sagas

"The Pre-Columbian Discovery of America by the Northmen" by B. F. De Costa is a historical exploration of the Icelandic Sagas, revealing the voyages of the Northmen to America long before Columbus. Through translated sagas and insightful commentary, the book emphasizes the settlements, explorations and interactions with native populations, offering English readers a new perspective on early American history and correcting prior misunderstandings: the author pieces together an account of Norse adventurers sailing towards Greenland and unknown lands to the west, setting the stage for a revised understanding of continental discovery.