Publisher's Synopsis
The Discovery of the Amazon: According to the Account of Friar Gaspar de Carvajal and Other Documents is a historical book written by Jose Toribio Medina. The book describes the expedition led by Francisco de Orellana in 1541, which resulted in the discovery of the Amazon River. The primary source of the book is the account of Friar Gaspar de Carvajal, who was a member of the expedition and documented his experiences. Other historical documents and accounts are also included in the book to provide a comprehensive understanding of the expedition and its significance. The book explores the challenges faced by the expedition, including the harsh terrain, hostile indigenous tribes, and disease. It also delves into the impact of the expedition on the discovery of the New World and the subsequent colonization of South America. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the exploration and discovery of the Amazon River.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.
