Books with title Hernando De Soto

A biography introducing young readers to the life of explorer Hernando de Soto and his importance in the New World exploration of the Americas. Includes extensive mapping of continents, countries, and oceans explored. Areas of influence and exploration: Spain, Panama, Nicaragua, Peru, Ecuador, Cuba, and the US states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Also: Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Mississippi River, Appalachian Mountains, and Andes Mountains.

How did Hernando de Soto's family background affect his career? In what way did he help Francisco Pizzaro conquer the Incas? Why did he return to Spain in 1535? The 'Groundbreakers' series explores the lives of pioneering men and women–people whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book tells about the experiences that inspired these amazing individuals to think in new ways and discusses how the environment they lived in affected their work. Information on their supporters, colleagues, and rivals adds to the story. Finally, a look at the person's legacy shows how their achievements and discoveries continue to affect people today.

This special series focuses on the unique contributions Hispanics have made in the United States from the earliest Spanish explorers to the many successful Latinos in contemporary America. Each book provides historical and factual easy-reading stories. The books are jam-packed with information and contain between 7500 and 9000 words.The story of the spanish explorer who discovered the Mississippi River in the 16th century while traveling through the region that is now Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and North and South Carolina.

"Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto is known for leading the first European expedition to discover--and cross--the Mississippi River. This ... book describes his career beginning with being a leader in the Spanish conquests of Central America and Peru, making first contact with the Inca emperor Atahuallpa, and being made the governor of Cuba. He was also a fierce and controversial explorer, who was involved in many conflicts with the Native Americans who lived in the lands he explored and conquered"--Amazon.com.

How did Hernando de Soto's family background affect his career? In what way did he help Francisco Pizzaro conquer the Incas? Why did he return to Spain in 1535? The 'Groundbreakers' series explores the lives of pioneering men and women–people whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book tells about the experiences that inspired these amazing individuals to think in new ways and discusses how the environment they lived in affected their work. Information on their supporters, colleagues, and rivals adds to the story. Finally, a look at the person's legacy shows how their achievements and discoveries continue to affect people today.