Publisher's Synopsis
The Relation of Alvar Nunez Cabeca de Vaca, written in 1542, is a first-hand account of the Spanish explorer's journey through what is now the southern United States and Mexico. This book, published in 1871 and translated by Buckingham Smith, provides readers with a detailed description of Cabeca de Vaca's experiences during his eight-year journey, which began in 1528. Cabeca de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked on the coast of Florida and were forced to travel on foot through the wilderness. Along the way, they encountered various Native American tribes, many of whom were hostile. Cabeca de Vaca's account details the struggles his group faced as they tried to survive and communicate with the indigenous people they met.The Relation is an important historical document that sheds light on the early interactions between Europeans and Native Americans in the Americas. It provides insight into the cultural differences and misunderstandings that occurred during this time period. The book is also notable for its descriptions of the natural environment and the flora and fauna of the region.Overall, the Relation of Alvar Nunez Cabeca de Vaca is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Americas, exploration, and cross-cultural interactions.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.
