The Quest of El Dorado: The Most Romantic Episode in the History of South

By John Augustine Zahm and J.A. Zahm

Book Overview

The Quest of El Dorado is a historical book written by John A. Zahm that tells the story of the search for the legendary city of gold, El Dorado. The book covers the period of the South American conquest, when Spanish explorers and conquistadors set out to find the fabled city of gold. The author provides a detailed account of the expeditions of Francisco Pizarro, Hernando de Soto, and other explorers who ventured into the uncharted territories of South America in search of El Dorado. Zahm's book is a fascinating account of one of the most romantic and intriguing episodes in the history of South American conquest. The author provides a vivid description of the people, places, and events that shaped the search for El Dorado. He explores the motives and aspirations of the explorers, the challenges they faced, and the impact of their expeditions on the indigenous peoples of South America. The Quest of El Dorado is a well-researched and engaging book that offers a unique perspective on the history of South America. Zahm's writing style is accessible and engaging, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in history, exploration, or adventure. Overall, The Quest of El Dorado is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the legendary city of gold and the people who risked everything to find it.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: 1163779245
• ISBN13: 9781163779248
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"