Exploring America: A Historical and Unusual Voyage

Embark on a remarkable and enlightening historical journey to pre-Mayflower America with the acclaimed author of Blue Latitudes . This lengthy and extraordinary voyage offers a unique perspective on early America, making it a captivating read for history enthusiasts.

During a voyage to Plymouth Rock, Tony Horwitz feels a sense of being lost in the lengthy and unusual history of America, spanning from Columbus's journey in 1492 to Jamestown's establishment. Wondering about the events in between, he sets out on a journey of rediscovery, tracing the steps of the early European explorers who arrived in America before the Pilgrims.

Embark on a fascinating journey through America's historical past with A Voyage Long and Unusual . This captivating tale delves into the blend of history, myth, and adventure that characterized early explorations of the continent. From Vikings and conquistadors to French voyageurs, a diverse cast of characters ventured into the unknown in search of riches, converts, and even remedies. While many of these endeavors ended in failure, their remarkable exploits left an indelible imprint on both the land and the indigenous peoples encountered by later English settlers.

Tracing this legacy together with his personal epic trek―from Florida’s Fountain of Youth to Plymouth’s sacred Rock, from desert pueblos to subarctic sweat lodges―Tony Horwitz explores the revealing hole between what we enshrine and what we neglect. Displaying his trademark expertise for humor, narrative, and historic perception, A Voyage Lengthy and Unusual permits us to rediscover the New World for ourselves.