They endured the torments of scurvy and the vagaries of deep fogs; adverse winds; and contrary currents. They suffered through appalling quarters and rotting food. They spent years away from their homes and families; never knowing whether they would return. Their orders from Spain might well arrive long after they were needed; six months or longer into the journey. For more than two centuries; Spaniards ranged the coast of the Americas; penetrating almost to the Bering Strait from their bases in Mexico and charting the convoluted coastline of the Pacific Northwest. Yet they persevered; establishing relationships with the native peoples and negotiating disputes with rival explorers from other countries; jubilant in their discoveries; saddened by their losses. And they did it all for the honour of their homeland; the glory of God; and the promise of gain. In the end; Spain would not prevail on the Northwest Coast; but the story of their efforts is one well worth tellingand reading.
#42955 in Books Baker Emerson W 2016-10-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 5.50 x 1.20 x 8.10l; .0 #File Name: 0190627808416 pagesA Storm of Witchcraft The Salem Trials and the American Experience
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. At times I felt like it was repeating what I already heardBy S. AmatureI listened to this in my car on my way to work. At times I felt like it was repeating what I already heard. It's well written and some new information.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Well documented and thoroughly researched. I couldn't put it down.By K. JohnsonWell documented and thoroughly researched. Motivations; histories and life stories of the individuals involved are examined in detail to shed light on what may have caused this tragic event. I couldn't put it down.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy geebeeExcellent discussion of this tragic history.
