De Soto, Coronado, Cabrillo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023482585)

"De Soto, Coronado, Cabrillo: Explorers of the Northern Mystery" by David Lavender recounts the dramatic and often brutal expeditions of three pivotal Spanish explorers in the 16th century. Journey alongside De Soto as he traverses the southeastern United States, driven by the elusive promise of gold. Witness Coronado's ambitious quest through the American Southwest, a landscape as unforgiving as it is vast. Follow Cabrillo's maritime explorations along the California coast, charting unknown waters and encountering indigenous populations. This historical account delves into the motivations, challenges, and legacies of these figures, shedding light on a pivotal era of exploration and its impact on the Americas. A compelling narrative of courage, ambition, and the enduring mystery of the New World.

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