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Chronicle Of The Narvaez Expedition

Published in 1542 to an astonished and captivated public, Chronicle of the Narvaez Expedition tells the unforgettable story of a sixteenth-century soldier turned explorer who, along with three other survivors of a shipwreck, makes his way across an unknown geographic and cultural landscape. This Norton Critical Edition is based on David Frye`s new translation. It is accompanied by Ilan Stavan`s introduction, the translator`s preface, the editor`s detailed explanatory annotations, and a map tracing Cabeza de Vaca`s journey from Florida to California.

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Published in 1542 to an astonished & captivated public, Chronicle of the Narvaez Expedition tells the unforgettable story of a sixteenth-century soldier turned explorer who, along with three other survivors of a shipwreck, makes his way across an unknown geographic & cultural landscape. This Norton Critical Edition is based on David Frye`s new translation. It is accompanied by Ilan Stavan`s introduction, the translator`s preface, the editor`s detailed explanatory annotations, & a map tracing Cabeza de Vaca`s journey from Florida to California.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.

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