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The Discovery of New Worlds
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This is the second volume in the series, The Story of the World, which covers the period of history from the rise of Rome to the Conquest of Peru. Along the way, passing through the Dark Ages, going on the Crusades, and exploring the unknown world with the brave men who had the courage to travel unknown seas. Also featured is the destruction of Pompeii and the invention of the Printing Press, along with many other interesting happenings of history during this time period. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5An enlightening book with an interesting perspective on the conquest of the Americas by the Europeans.