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The Account: Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca's Relacion (Recovering the Us Hispanic Literary Heritage),New
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Cultural Writing. A new and improved translation of the Spanish explorer's chronicle of his journey across a large portion of what is now the United States. De Vaca's journey (1528 1536) of hardship and misfortune is one of the most remarkable in the history of the New World and contains many first descriptions of the land and their inhabitants. THE ACCOUNT is of estimable value for students of history an literature, ethnographers, anthropologists, and the general reader. It is the second literary text to be issued by a national project to reconstruct the literary history of Hispanics of the United States.
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- Q: What is 'The Account: Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca's Relacion' about? A: This book is a new translation of the Spanish explorer Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca's chronicle detailing his journey across the present-day United States from 1528 to 1536, highlighting his hardships and observations of the land and its inhabitants.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Account' is Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, a Spanish explorer known for his extensive travels and encounters in North America.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as 'New', ensuring that it has not been previously owned and is in perfect condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 155 pages, providing a concise yet comprehensive account of Cabeza de Vaca's experiences.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is a paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 10, 2001.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book is categorized under 'Cultural Writing' and specifically falls within the 'Hispanic American' genre.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, 'The Account' is of significant value for students of history and literature, as well as ethnographers and anthropologists.
- Q: Does this book provide insights into early American history? A: Yes, it contains many first descriptions of the landscapes and the diverse inhabitants encountered during Cabeza de Vaca's journey, making it a critical resource for understanding early American history.
- Q: What makes this translation of The Account significant? A: This translation is an improved version of Cabeza de Vaca's original chronicle, aiming to enhance comprehension for modern readers while preserving the authenticity of his experiences.