{"product_id":"an-enquiry-into-the-truth-of-the-tradition-concerning-the-discovery-of-america-by-prince-madog-ab-owen-gwynedd-about-the-year-1170","title":"An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog ab Owen Gwynedd, about the Year, 1170","description":"\u003cp\u003e'An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog ab Owen Gwynedd, about the Year, 1170' is a fascinating historical examination penned by John Williams in the 18th century. Williams investigates the legend surrounding Madog, a Welsh prince purported to have discovered America nearly three centuries before Columbus. The book intricately weaves historical accounts, folklore, and comparative analysis of native cultures, positing that Madog's potential voyage could offer a plausible explanation for the presence of Welsh-speaking tribes in North America.Williams's work is notable for its meticulous research and detailed exploration of the cultural exchanges between the Welsh and indigenous peoples. The narrative is not only informative but also provocative, challenging contemporary narratives about European exploration. His inquiry invites readers to reconsider the complexities of history and the possibility of pre-Colombian trans-oceanic contact, making it a significant contribution to both historical literature and the study of American discovery narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Booksclassic","offers":[{"title":"Perfect Bound","offer_id":67761826136368,"sku":"9609441447590","price":6.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thegreatbritishbookshop.co.uk\/products\/an-enquiry-into-the-truth-of-the-tradition-concerning-the-discovery-of-america-by-prince-madog-ab-owen-gwynedd-about-the-year-1170","provider":"The Great British Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}