Description

The History of Ancient Vinland is a book written by Thormod Torfason in 1891. The book explores the history of Vinland, an area believed to have been visited by Norse explorers in the 11th century. The author provides a detailed account of the Norse settlement in Vinland, including their interactions with the indigenous people, their daily lives, and their eventual abandonment of the settlement. The book also discusses the archaeological evidence that supports the existence of the Norse settlement in Vinland. The author draws from a variety of sources, including the Icelandic sagas and other historical documents, to provide a comprehensive overview of the history of Vinland. The History of Ancient Vinland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Norse history and exploration, as well as the history of North America.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.