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Exploring the myths surrounding America's discovery, this book delves into how historical narratives often reflect societal desires rather than factual evidence. It highlights the influence of Nativist sentiments and skepticism towards academia on these legends. The narrative centers on eccentric amateur investigators who champion diverse theories, from Welsh princes to Viking explorers, asserting their arrival long before Columbus. These myths served as coping mechanisms for their proponents, revealing the complex relationship between history, identity, and cultural perception in America.
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The Battle over America's Origin Story, Brian Regal
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- 2022
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- Subtitle
- Legends, Amateurs, and Professional Historiographers
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Brian Regal
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9783030995379
- Series
- Rating
- 3.5 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring the myths surrounding America's discovery, this book delves into how historical narratives often reflect societal desires rather than factual evidence. It highlights the influence of Nativist sentiments and skepticism towards academia on these legends. The narrative centers on eccentric amateur investigators who champion diverse theories, from Welsh princes to Viking explorers, asserting their arrival long before Columbus. These myths served as coping mechanisms for their proponents, revealing the complex relationship between history, identity, and cultural perception in America.