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Discusses the voyages of Columbus across the Atlantic, which he thought would lead to the discovery of a new route to Asia.

Draws from the logs of Christopher Columbus and other firsthand accounts to examine the journeys of the explorer in the Americas, discussing his dealings with native cultures, and providing insights into his skills as a navigator and leader.

Details the life and exploits of Francisco Pizarro, a Spaniard who explored parts of Central and South America in the 1520s and 30s.

Tells the story, in graphic novel format, of Christopher Columbus' exploration and discovery of the new world.

Examines the childhood of explorer Christopher Columbus, born in Italy in 1451, and describes the experiences that led him to seek his fortune at sea.

Describes the voyages and discoveries of Columbus and their aftermath.

Tells of the four voyages of Columbus, the discoveries of Balboa, De Gamma, Magellan, Cortez, Pizarro, and others.

Discusses the myth of the lost city of gold in northern South America, sought by Spanish explorers in the fifteenth century and by some modern treasure hunters.

A biography of the Spanish conquistador who survived a failed mission to Florida to spend seven years among Indians in the American Southwest and then tried to secure humane treatment of the Indians in the lower half of the South American continent.

Examines the life and achievements of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon, discussing his life in what is now Hispaniola, his claiming of Florida for Spain, his discovery of the Gulf Stream, and his death from an arrow wound.