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Voyagers- Being Legends and Romances of Atlantic Discovery

Voyagers- Being Legends and Romances of Atlantic Discovery

By: Pádraic Colum
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 In this captivating 1926 Newbery Honor Book, Pádraic Colum weaves together a tapestry of lesser-known folklore tales of exploration across the Atlantic Ocean and into the heart of the American continent. By blending historical accounts with imaginative storytelling, he transports readers to the vibrant gathering of Prince Henry of Portugals astronomers and explorers at the edge of Europe. The result is a delightful journey that is as entertaining as it is enlightening. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)Copyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction
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  • 009 - Virginia

    009 - Virginia
    Feb 21 2026
    In this captivating 1926 Newbery Honor Book, Pádraic Colum weaves together a tapestry of lesser-known folklore tales of exploration across the Atlantic Ocean and into the heart of the American continent. By blending historical accounts with imaginative storytelling, he transports readers to the vibrant gathering of Prince Henry of Portugals astronomers and explorers at the edge of Europe. The result is a delightful journey that is as entertaining as it is enlightening. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)
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    23 mins
  • 008 - The Fountain of Youth

    008 - The Fountain of Youth
    Feb 21 2026
    In this captivating 1926 Newbery Honor Book, Pádraic Colum weaves together a tapestry of lesser-known folklore tales of exploration across the Atlantic Ocean and into the heart of the American continent. By blending historical accounts with imaginative storytelling, he transports readers to the vibrant gathering of Prince Henry of Portugals astronomers and explorers at the edge of Europe. The result is a delightful journey that is as entertaining as it is enlightening. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)
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    10 mins
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