The Spanish Settlements Within The Present Limits Of The United States, 1513-1561

By Woodbury Lowery

Book Overview

The Spanish Settlements Within The Present Limits Of The United States, 1513-1561 is a historical book written by Woodbury Lowery. The book provides a detailed account of the Spanish settlements that were established within the present-day boundaries of the United States between the years 1513 and 1561. Lowery's research is based on primary sources, including the official documents of the Spanish government, letters, and diaries of the explorers and settlers. The book is divided into chapters that cover the various expeditions and settlements made by the Spanish during this period. The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of the Spanish exploration and colonization of the Americas. The subsequent chapters describe the expeditions of Juan Ponce de Le������n, Hernando de Soto, and Francisco V�����zquez de Coronado, among others. The book also covers the establishment of the first permanent Spanish settlement in the United States, St. Augustine, Florida, in 1565. Lowery's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the early history of the United States and the Spanish colonization of 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: 1163801518
• ISBN13: 9781163801512
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"