“One-third of our people were dangerously ill, getting worse hourly, and we felt sure of meeting the same fate, with death as our only prospect, which in such a country was much worse yet.”
Quote by Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca
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The journey of Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca: trans. from his own narrative
The journey of Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca presents a firsthand account of the author's extensive travels and experiences in the Americas during the 16th century. The narrative offers insights into the cultural encounters, survival challenges, and the harsh realities faced by early explorers in the New World. more
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