The Romance Of The Name America (1909)

""The Romance of the Name America"" is a historical book written by Charles Heinrich in 1909. The book explores the origins and history of the name ""America"" and its connection to the New World. The author traces the name back to the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci, who was the first to realize that the land Columbus discovered was not part of Asia but a new continent. The book covers the controversies surrounding the naming of the New World and the various theories about how the name ""America"" came to be. It also delves into the political and social implications of the name and its impact on the world. The author provides a detailed account of the life and voyages of Amerigo Vespucci, as well as the historical context in which he lived. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the places and events being discussed.Overall, ""The Romance of the Name America"" is a fascinating exploration of the history and significance of the name that has come to represent the New World. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of America and its impact on the world.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.