Could the Irish have discovered America before Columbus? This groundbreaking book argues that they did, through a thorough exploration of both historical evidence and Irish folklore. From pre-Viking visits to transatlantic voyages in the 6th and 7th centuries, Murphy pieces together a compelling case for Irish pre-Columbian exploration and settlement in the New World. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Americas or Irish culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.