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And there was America

193875 pagesAlfred A. Knopf

Synopsis

Discover the fascinating stories of the early explorers and settlers who ventured across oceans to reach America. This engaging book introduces young readers to key figures like Leif Ericson, Christopher Columbus, John Cabot, Henry Hudson, and the Pilgrims, detailing their journeys and contributions to the continent's history.

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About the author

Roger Antoine Duvoisin (August 28, 1900 – June 30, 1980) was a Swiss-born American writer and illustrator, best known for children's picture books. He won the 1948 Caldecott Medal for picture books and in 1968 he was a highly commended runner-up for the biennial, international Hans Christian Andersen Award for children's illustrators.

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Characters

Leif EricsonProtagonist
Christopher ColumbusProtagonist
John CabotProtagonist
Henry HudsonProtagonist
The PilgrimsProtagonist

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