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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.

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

Captioned illustrations highlight significant events in U.S. history between 1500 and 1750, including the discovery, exploration, and settlement of America.

Examines the nature of the interaction between Africa and Europe in the fifteenth through the eighteenth centuries; and considers the role that those Africans who went to live in the non-African parts of the Atlantic played in their new societies, focusing on the economic, political, and cultural life of the transplanted Africans.

Follows the travels of Italian explorer John Cabot, born Giovanni Caboto, who moved to England and got King Henry VII to back an expedition across the Atlantic, where Cabot found what is now Canada. Eager to discover more, Cabot soon set sail on another voyage -- never to be heard from again.

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.

An Indian boy travels from Texas to Mexico City with Cabeza de Vaca and other Spanish explorers in the 16th century.

Provides insights into the explorations of the English through a dramatized interview with Sir Walter Raleigh in which he discusses the voyages of John Cabot and Sir Francis Drake, as well as his own attempts to establish the first English settlement in North America.

Young Diego reads a letter from his father, an astronaut, describing the journeys and discoveries of the first explorers to the New World.