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"Because of our shared English language, as well as the celebrated origin tales of the Mayflower and the rebellion of the British colonies, the United States has prized its Anglo heritage above all others. However, as Carrie Gibson explains with great depth and clarity in El Norte, the nation has much older Spanish roots--ones that have long been unacknowledged or marginalized. The Hispanic past of the United States predates the arrival of the Pilgrims...

A simple adaptation of excerpts in Columbus's diary, from his departure from Spain to his landing in the New World in 1492

A biography of the famous explorer, Christopher Columbus and his voyages to the New World and what he discovered.

"A simple introduction to the Spanish warriors known as conquistadors, including their history, lifestyle, weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through language and traditions"--Provided by publisher.

Brief text and illustrations chronicle the life, voyages, and discoveries of the intrepid explorer.

Describes the voyages of Columbus, his life, and the results of his voyages.

A biography of the explorer who proved the world was round and discovered the Americas.

Presents the life of the fifteenth century explorer and how he came to discover the New World.

A biography of the fifteenth-century explorer, describing his lifelong interest in the sea and his voyages of discovery to the New World.