The Columbiad

The Columbiad: A Poem is a lengthy epic poem written by Archibald Tucker Ritchie and first published in 1843. The poem tells the story of the history of America, from its discovery by Christopher Columbus to the present day. The work is divided into ten books, each of which focuses on a different period in American history. Throughout the poem, Ritchie celebrates the achievements of America, its people, and its culture. He also explores the themes of freedom, democracy, and the American dream. The Columbiad is a significant work of American literature and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, literature, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.