The Pre-Columbian Discovery of America by the Scandinavians: An Illustrated Edition with Translations from the Icelandic Sagas by DeCosta, BF (Benjamin Franklin) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pre-colonial American history. The book is based on the Icelandic sagas, which tell about the adventures of Scandinavian seafarers, known as "Normans", on the territory of North America long before the arrival of Columbus. This edition contains illustrations to help you imagine the life and travels of the ancient Norse, as well as translations of key information from Icelandic sources. The author examines in detail the historical evidence of pre-colonial contacts with America and reveals interesting facts about the pre-Columbian history of the continent. The book "Pre-Columbian discovery of America by the Scandinavians" is noted for its detail and importance as a source for serious studies of the history of ancient civilizations.