Publisher's Synopsis
The Journey of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca: And His Companions from Florida to the Pacific, 1528-1536 is a historical account of the expedition led by Spanish conquistador Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca. The book was written by Cabeza de Vaca himself, and was first published in 1542. This particular edition was published in 1905 and includes an introduction by historian Frederick W. Hodge.The book tells the story of Cabeza de Vaca's journey from Florida to the Pacific Ocean, which took place between 1528 and 1536. The expedition was originally intended to establish a Spanish colony in Florida, but it quickly turned into a struggle for survival as the group faced challenges such as hostile Native American tribes, disease, and starvation.Cabeza de Vaca and his companions eventually made their way across the continent, traversing what is now Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Along the way, they encountered many different Native American tribes and learned about their customs and beliefs.The book provides a unique perspective on the early history of the Americas, as it is one of the few surviving accounts written by a European who lived among Native American tribes. Cabeza de Vaca's observations and experiences shed light on the complex relationships between Europeans and Native Americans during this period.Overall, The Journey of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca: And His Companions from Florida to the Pacific, 1528-1536 is an important historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of European exploration and colonization in the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.
