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"In a pattern anyone familiar with the European explorers of the 1500s will recognize, Francisco Vazquez de Coronado set out in search of land and treasure. Following in the footsteps of Hernan Cortes, Coronado set out for the New World in hopes of claiming land and wealth for Spain ... [This book describes] the Coronado expedition from Mexico to Kansas as ...[he] sought in vain for the mythical seven cities of gold"--Provided by publisher.

"Explore[s] the life of Francisco Vasquez de Coronado ... Spanish legends claimed there were seven cities built of gold filled with treasure and riches. Coronado and his crew spent three years exploring the New World in search of gold, discovering only the beauty of the landscape. Follow along the brave journey of Coronado and learn the importance of his expeditions in the American Southwest"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the life and paintings of the Spanish artist known as El Greco.

An introduction to the Spanish warriors known as conquistadors and their culture, values, enemies, and history.

Follows the travels of fifteenth-century Spanish explorer Ponce de Le?n, covering his search for the Fountain of Youth and his discovery of Florida.

Surveys the life and work of eighteenth-century Spanish artist Francisco Goya; provides analyses of his masterpieces; discusses the historical and social context in which Goya created; and includes over three hundred color reproductions of his art.

Biography that describes the life of Tomas de Torquemada, the fifteenth-century monk who became the fanatical leader of the Spanish Inquisition.

Presents an introduction to Salvador Dali and the Surrealists, examining his life and creative work, as well as the artists who shared his new ways of exploring art. Includes illustrations and photographs.

Presents color photographs that showcase the work of late nineteenth/early twentieth-century architect Spanish Antonio Gaudi, focusing on the structures he created.

Presents color photographs that showcase the work of late nineteenth/early twentieth-century architect Antonio Gaudi, focusing on the structures he created in Barcelona; and includes essays that examine each phase of Gaudi's career.