Spanish attempts to colonize southeast North America, 1513-1587

Spanish attempts to colonize southeast North America, 1513-1587 / Larry Richard Clark.

Author/creator	Clark, Larry R., 1940-
Format	Book and Print
Publication Info	Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., Publishers, ©2010.
Description	vii, 207 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
Subject(s)	Soto, Hernando de, approximately 1500-1542. Pardo, Juan, active 16th century. Southern States--Discovery and exploration. Florida--Discovery and exploration.

Contents	La Florida : Spanish North America -- Hernando de Soto's ignoble trek across the South -- A new strategy for La Florida -- Imperial Spain expands into the Carolinas -- Captain Juan Pardo's fateful return to Joara.
Abstract	"Although Spain's attempts to colonize Southeast North America in the 16th century proved a failure, the Spanish empire played a significant role in shaping U.S. history and the region's cultural, economic, and agricultural foundations. This book details the role of the Spanish empire in early America, beginning almost five centuries ago"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references (p. 193-201) and index.
LCCN	2010033419
ISBN	9780786459094 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN	0786459093 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Library	Location	Call Number	Status	Item Actions
Joyner	NC Stacks	F212 .C53 2010	✔ Available	Place Hold