De Soto And His Men In The Land Of Florida (1914)

by George Fort Gibbs, Grace Elizabeth King, King Grace Elizabeth

Book Overview

De Soto And His Men In The Land Of Florida is a historical account of the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto's expedition to Florida in the 16th century. Written by Grace King and first published in 1914, the book tells the story of de Soto's journey through the eyes of his men, who faced numerous challenges including hostile encounters with Native American tribes, disease, hunger, and harsh weather conditions. King's narrative is based on historical records and provides a detailed account of the expedition's encounters with the indigenous people of Florida, as well as their interactions with other European powers in the region. The book also explores the cultural and social dynamics of the time, including the impact of Spanish colonialism on the native population. Overall, De Soto And His Men In The Land Of Florida is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of early European exploration and conquest 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163981753
• ISBN13: 9781163981757
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"