The Big Bend of Texas is at once compelling and mysterious. It has been described as a rich and varied land of history; myth and legend; danger; ghosts; rugged landscapes; aridity; remoteness; spectacular vistas; and wildlife that either bit; stung; or clawed.The Big Bend has been visited or settled by Indians; Spanish explorers; Mexicans; Anglo ranchers; outlaws of every stripe; and the United States military. Each of these cultures has left a legacy in this fascinating country; and much of has to do with the wealth associated with lost mines and buried treasures.The twenty-one tales included in this book are spellbinding accounts of some of the most exciting and mysterious lost treasures to be found in North America. They represent many millions of dollars worth of gold; silver; jewels; coin; and currency that are still searched for today.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating account of a search for VinlandBy Bruce TrinqueThe question of exactly where in North America was the true location of Leif Eriksson's Vinland has over the years has consumed a great deal of ink. But few books on the subject -- and this by an amateur; not a professional academic -- are as well-reasoned as this one. Fred Brown has built his theory on two strong legs: a careful study of the Norse sagas matched by a detailed coastline search from a small boat; and the cultural and seeming genetic anamolies among the tribe of Narragansett Indians. In "Rediscovering Vinland" Brown presents a persuasive argument that Vinland is to be found at an obscure inlet at the entrance to Narragansett Bay in southern Rhode Island. This is not an airtight; ironclad case; to be sure; for absolute proof; solid archaeological evidence would be necessary. But Brown has certainly identified a site which deserves further exploration to see whether such firm proof might indeed be found.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Could Rhode Island be the site of Vinland?By D. E. CheneyThis is an interesting account of a man who believes a site in Rhode Island was Vinland. It is worth reading and offers an unusual piece of evidence based on DNA of certain Indians who may have had contact with the Norse explorers.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Entertaining at best.By F. JockAlthough well researched it is very likely that most historians and archaeologists would disagree with the conclusion.
