North Ludlow Beamish was an Irish military writer and antiquary. His work focused on military strategy and historical research, particularly concerning Norse discoveries in America. Beamish's translations and original notes on cavalry manuals influenced contemporary British cavalry practices. He also popularized the tenth-century discovery of America by the Northmen through his summary of Professor Rafn's research, offering accessible insights into Icelandic historical literature.
The Norse Discovery of America is an indispensable resource for scholars of Norse history and culture. This comprehensive volume contains translations of all the sagas, manuscripts, and inscriptive memorials related to the Norse discovery and settlement of America in the 11th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Norse history.