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4-6Exploring the Americas series.
Highlighting major discoveries in American exploration, each chapter in these books focuses on the findings and discoveries of one or two explorers. In a chronological progression, the profile builds on the previous discussion. Two columns of text on each page give the books a textbook-like look; archival illustrations, maps, and contemporary photographs appear frequently in a bland layout. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Exploring the Americas titles: Exploring Northeastern America, Exploring the Mississippi River Valley, Exploring the Pacific Northwest, and Exploring the Southeastern United States.]