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Original Narratives of Early American History: Spanish Exploration in the Southwest 1542-1706
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ExplorationRegional: Southwest
ISBN13: 9781026000946
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 512
Weight: 1.56
Height: 1.03 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Spanish Exploration in the Southwest 1542-1706 is a comprehensive collection of primary source documents detailing the era of Spanish discovery and settlement in what is now the American Southwest. This volume offers first-hand accounts of the expeditions that defined the region's early history, featuring reports, diaries, and letters from the explorers themselves.
The narratives cover a wide geographical and temporal range, including the maritime voyages of Juan RodrÃ-guez Cabrillo along the California coast, the inland explorations of RodrÃ-guez and Espejo into New Mexico, and the significant colonial ventures of Juan de Oñate. The collection also highlights the missionary and cartographic efforts of Father Eusebio Kino in the PimerÃ-a Alta region. These documents provide a vivid look at the motivations, hardships, and cultural encounters experienced by the pioneers of New Spain. By presenting the actual words of the participants, this work serves as an essential resource for understanding the foundations of European influence in the deserts and coastlines of North America. It is a vital contribution to the study of colonial history, preserving the raw historical record of the Spanish presence in the United States.
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