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Title details for Who Was First? by Russell Freedman - Available

Who Was First?

Discovering the Americas

by Russell Freedman
L.J. Ganser
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Historians still agree about the date of Columbus’s voyage. But did this European adventurer discover America? We now know that certain explorers from other parts of the globe set foot on American shores long before 1492–and that others may have done so. And “discovery” takes on a different meaning when the new land already has people living in it.
As artifacts are unearthed and analyzed, the story of human presence in the Americas continues to unfold. Looking deeper and deeper into the past, acclaimed nonfiction writer Russell Freedman tells this evolving story, touching on such evidence as Viking runes, Chinese legends, Mayan stonework, and mysterious objects found in New England. Thoroughly researched and impeccably documented, Who Was First? is a compelling account of many discoverers of the Americas

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  • Release date

    October 23, 2007

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780739361641
      • File size: 50524 KB
      • Duration: 01:45:15

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 8.6
    • Lexile® Measure: 1310
    • Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    • Text Difficulty: 10-12

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      In this brief look at the first Eurasians to encounter the Americas, Freedman traces the various arguments about who was first and whose influence was felt. Starting with Columbus, he works his way back to the Chinese, the Vikings, and other possible cultures. Though this work is considered to be for the middle school student, adults too will gain new insight into this ongoing historical debate. L.J. Ganser reads the main text with a lively tone and good pacing. However, at times his voice becomes a bit overdramatic when quoting other authors. In these moments one is reminded of old-time radio announcers, with all of their intensity and zeal. This approach may work well with the younger crowd, but adults may be less impressed. L.E. (c) AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine

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  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:8.6
  • Lexile® Measure:1310
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:10-12

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