1491 presents an eye-opening journey into the past and provides fascinating insights into the civilizations that thrived in the Americas before Columbus's arrival. The book delves deep into the latest findings in archaeology, anthropology, and historical records, revealing a more nuanced understanding of the advanced societies that existed long before European contact.

1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus

1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created unveils how Europeans' arrival in the Americas brought about an exchange of flora, fauna, cultural ideas, and diseases, leading to significant global changes and the formation of the modern world. The book goes beyond Columbus's voyage, delving into the ripple effects it had on other continents, particularly Asia.

Charles C. Mann

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