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An introduction to the life of sixteenth-century Spanish explorer Hernando Cort?s, who conquered the Aztec Empire of Mexico.

Presents the log of Christopher Columbus as copied out in brief by his companion, Bartholomew Las Casas, relating the day-to-day drama of a long sea voyage into the unknown.

A brief history of the Spanish Conquistadors and their conquest of the Americas and destruction of its native peoples.

Traces the voyage of a Chinese fleet which, in 1421, circumnavigated the globe, discovered America, and transplanted to America, Australia, New Zealand, and South America the principal economic crops that now feed and clothe the world.

From Acosta, Gaspar de (fl. 1683-1686) to Zoby, Joseph (fl. 1678-1683) includes articles on individual pirates, geographical terms, and other related topics.

Thirteen-year-old Ipa struggles to survive a brutal time of change as the Spanish begin the conquest of the native people along the Texas border.

Penetrates the mists of legend and pure invention that have surrounded Columbus and his exploits.

Details the processes of encounter and exchange between Europe and the cultures of the Americas and Africa since their discovery by Europeans five hundred years ago.

Briefly describes the life of the Spanish explorer who first came to the New World with Columbus and went on to become governor of Puerto Rico and later came to Florida looking for the Fountain of Youth.