"Details the early exploration of North America in chronological order"--

An irresistible blend of history, myth, and misadventure, A Voyage Long and Strange captures the wonder and drama of first contact. Vikings, conquistadors, French voyageurs--these and many others roamed an unknown continent in quest of grapes, gold, converts, even a cure for syphilis. Though most failed, their remarkable exploits left an enduring mark on the land and people encountered by late-arriving English settlers.--From publisher description.

"What do eyeglasses, fossils, chewing gum, and color television have in common? They all have histories in North America, one of Earth's seven continents. Discover the great minds and finds of ancient and modern North America in this learning adventure"--Back cover.

Text explores various aspects of Columbus's voyage to and arrival in the New World.

"In graphic novel format, tells the story of the Vikings' exploration of the North Atlantic Ocean"--Provided by publisher.

Here Steve Nicholls demonstrates with both historical narrative and scientific inquiry just what an amazing place North America was and how it looked when the explorers first found it. --from publisher description