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In Quest of El Dorado

In Quest of El Dorado

Di: Stephen Graham
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Join the adventure as the author embarks on a thrilling journey to retrace the paths of legendary Spanish conquistadors—Columbus, Cortez, Pizarro, Balboa, and Coronado. Through vivid and often unflinching portrayals, he brings to life the diverse peoples, breathtaking landscapes, and rich customs he encounters along the way. Experience the allure and challenges of the Americas as seen through the eyes of a modern-day explorer seeking to uncover the echoes of history. (Summary by Steven Seitel)Copyright Science Stories Arte Mondiale Scienza Scienze sociali Storia e critica della letteratura
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