Publisher's Synopsis
The Expedition of Don Diego Dionisio de Penalosa, Governor of New Mexico: From Santa Fe to the River Mischipi and Quivira in 1662 is a historical account of the expedition undertaken by Don Diego Dionisio de Penalosa, the Governor of New Mexico, in the year 1662. The book is written by Nicholas de Freytas and was first published in 1882. The book provides a detailed description of the expedition, which aimed to explore the region between Santa Fe, New Mexico and the River Mischipi (Mississippi) in search of the mythical city of Quivira. The expedition was undertaken with the hope of finding new sources of wealth and expanding the Spanish empire in the region. The book describes the challenges faced by the expedition, including harsh weather, difficult terrain, and hostile encounters with Native American tribes. It also provides a detailed account of the various settlements and landmarks encountered by the expedition, including the Pecos Pueblo, the Arkansas River, and the Great Plains. The Expedition of Don Diego Dionisio de Penalosa, Governor of New Mexico: From Santa Fe to the River Mischipi and Quivira in 1662 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early exploration of the American Southwest and the interactions between Spanish explorers and Native American tribes. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.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.
