Relation Of Alvar Nunez Cabeca De Vaca (1871)

The Relation of Alvar Nunez Cabeca de Vaca is a historical account of the Spanish explorer's journey through what is now the southern United States and northern Mexico during the early 16th century. The book, originally written by Cabeca de Vaca himself, was first published in 1542 and has since been translated into various languages. This particular edition, published in 1871 and translated by Buckingham Smith, includes an introduction and notes by the translator. The book details Cabeca de Vaca's experiences as he and his fellow explorers encountered various indigenous tribes, including the Karankawa, Coahuiltecan, and Pueblo peoples. The explorer describes his interactions with these groups, including their customs, beliefs, and ways of life. Cabeca de Vaca also recounts his own struggles, including being shipwrecked and surviving as a slave, before eventually making his way back to Spanish settlements.Overall, The Relation of Alvar Nunez Cabeca de Vaca provides a unique perspective on early Spanish exploration and the interactions between European explorers and Native American tribes. It is considered an important historical document and a valuable resource for understanding the early history of the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.