Exploration and Conquest - (American Story (Paperback)) by Betsy Maestro (Paperback)

About the Book

Christopher Columbus was not the first to discover the Americas, but his voyages led to European exploration of the New World. Rich in resources and natural beauty, the Americas were irresistible to gold-hungry conquistadors. The newcomers gave little thought to those who had called the lands home, and exploration soon came to signify conquest. The New World--and the lives of its inhabitants--would be changed forever. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Christopher Columbus was not the first to discover the Americas, but his voyages led to European exploration of the New World. Rich in resources and natural beauty, the Americas were irresistible to gold-hungry conquistadors. The newcomers gave little thought to those who had called the lands their home, and exploration soon came to signify conquest. The New World -- and the lives of its inhabitants -- would be changed forever.

Review Quotes

"Vividly depicts the explorers and their exploits."---Publisher's Weekly"The narrative is lively, the characters, the scope panoramic, and the details precise."---The Washington Post