The Discovery And Conquest Of Terra Florida (1851) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164545934)

The Discovery and Conquest of Terra Florida is a historical account written by the Spanish explorer, Ferdinando De Soto, in 1851. The book chronicles De Soto's expedition to Florida in the 16th century, where he and his men encountered various Native American tribes and engaged in battles and negotiations. De Soto's detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, fauna, and people of Florida provide valuable insights into the region's history and culture. He also recounts the challenges and hardships faced by his expedition, including disease, hunger, and hostile encounters with the natives. The book offers a firsthand account of the Spanish conquest of Florida, shedding light on the motivations, strategies, and consequences of European colonization in the New World. It is a fascinating read for history buffs, scholars, and anyone interested in the early exploration of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ferdinando De Soto
ISBN-10: 1164545930
ISBN-13: 9781164545934
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 282
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d