The Discovery Of Florida And Its Discoverer Juan Ponce De Leon

The Discovery of Florida and Its Discoverer Juan Ponce De Leon is a historical book written by Edward W. Lawson. The book explores the history of Florida and its discovery by the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce De Leon. It provides an in-depth account of Ponce De Leon's journey and his encounters with the native tribes of Florida. The book also delves into the political and social climate of the time, highlighting the impact of European colonization on the indigenous people of Florida. The author draws on primary sources, including journals and letters written by Ponce De Leon and his contemporaries, to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the discovery of Florida. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the early history of Florida and the Spanish colonization of the Americas.Contents: Origin And Achievements Of Florida's Discoverer; Prelude To A Voyage Of Discovery; Motive For The Voyage; Herrera's Account; Crossing The Windward Gulf; First Landing On Florida; Exploration Of The Coast Of Florida; Homeward Bound; A Unfortunate Trip To Spain; First Attempt At European Settlement In Florida. Florida, Floridian, American History, United States History, America's Settlement, Exploration, St. Augustine, La Florida, Spanish Exploration.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. Read more