Columbus And His Predecessors: A Study In The Beginnings Of American History (1912) is a book written by Charles Hallan McCarthy. The book is a historical study that explores the beginnings of American history, particularly the events and figures that led up to Christopher Columbus's discovery of America. The author examines the political, economic, and social conditions of Europe during the 15th century, including the role of the Catholic Church and the conflicts between various European powers. The book also delves into the history of the Vikings and their possible interactions with the indigenous peoples of North America. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various theories and controversies surrounding the discovery of America, including the debate over whether Columbus was the first European to reach the New World. Overall, Columbus And His Predecessors is a comprehensive and insightful study of the early history of America, offering readers a deeper understanding of the complex and often overlooked factors that contributed to the discovery of the New 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.