{ "item_title" : "The Real America in Romance", "item_author" : [" Edwin Markham "], "item_description" : "The Real America in Romance: The Golden Quest the Age of Conquest 1506 to 1547 V2 is a historical book written by Edwin Markham. It is the second volume in a series that explores the early history of America, from the time of Columbus to the end of the Spanish conquest. This volume focuses on the period from 1506 to 1547, a time of great change and exploration in the New World.The book covers the expeditions of famous explorers such as Hernando de Soto, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, and Francisco Pizarro, as well as the adventures of lesser-known figures such as Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca and Juan Ponce de Leon. It also delves into the interactions between the Spanish explorers and the indigenous peoples they encountered, providing a detailed look at the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that occurred during this time.Throughout the book, Markham emphasizes the importance of the quest for gold and other riches in driving the Spanish conquest of America. He also explores the impact of these expeditions on the European powers of the time, as well as on the indigenous peoples of the Americas.Overall, The Real America in Romance: The Golden Quest the Age of Conquest 1506 to 1547 V2 provides a fascinating look at a pivotal period in American history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the early exploration and conquest of the New World.1909. Complete in Thirteen Volumes. An authentic history of America from the discovery to the present day profusely illustrated with portraits of historical characters and views of the sacred and memorable places of our native land edited by the noted American poet, Markham. Contents: Men of Hispaniola; The Sailing for Darien; The Stowaway a Magistrate; A Battle and a Greeting; Balboa Hears of the Golden Way; The Ocean-Finder; The Man and the Law; Cortez Takes a Wife; The South Sea Trail; The Scaffold in the Rain; The Flight from Peril; A Quest Without a Clue; The Empty World; The Mustering of the Argonauts; Breaking a Nation's Heart; On the Southern Shore; The Invading Army; The War-Chief's Counsel; The City of a Dream; The Vigilant Guests; A Blunder and a Victory; The War-God's Beak; La Noche Triste; Husband and Wife; The Faith of the Disconsolate Heart; A Man Arrives in Spain; The Dreamer and the Lure; Caxamarca; A Pledge and a Prayer; Tidings; The Pledge; The Waters of Sleep and Silence; In the Hands of the Inquisition; and The Dream and the Awakening. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers4.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/41/794/485/1417944854_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "40.95", "online_price" : "40.95", "our_price" : "40.95", "club_price" : "40.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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