Famous Discoverers and Explores of America Their Voyages, Battles, and Hardships in Traversing and Conquering the Unknown Territories of a New World

"Famous Discoverers and Explores of America" by Charles H. L. (Charles Haven Ladd) Johnston is a historical exploration, focusing on the courageous individuals who charted and claimed the Americas. The book recounts the voyages, battles, and hardships faced by these figures as they traversed unknown territories, highlighting the spirit of adventure and the drive to conquer the New World. It begins with Leif Ericson, showcasing him as a youth captivated by the ocean and tales of uncharted lands to the west, then follows his transformation into a robust Viking and his journey to establish a European settlement in the resource-rich land of Vinland. The narrative focuses on adventure and the unwavering human desire to explore.