The Romance of the Floridas: The Finding and the Founding (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258446673)

The Romance of the Floridas: The Finding and the Founding is a historical account of the discovery and settlement of Florida. Written by Michael Kenny, the book explores the early expeditions of Spanish conquistadors and the struggles they faced in establishing a foothold in the region. The book also delves into the interactions between the Spanish and the indigenous people of Florida, including the Timucua and the Calusa. The Romance of the Floridas provides a detailed look at the challenges and triumphs of early Florida history, including the establishment of St. Augustine, the first permanent European settlement in what is now the United States. Through a combination of historical research and engaging storytelling, Kenny brings to life the fascinating characters and events that shaped the early years of Florida's history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American South, the Spanish colonization of the Americas, or the early interactions between European settlers and Native Americans.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: Michael Kenny
ISBN-10: 1258446677
ISBN-13: 9781258446673
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/28/2012
Pages: 438
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d