The Discovery of Guiana by Walter Raleigh
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Raleigh, Walter, 1552?-1618
English
"The Discovery of Guiana" by Sir Walter Raleigh is a travel account written in 1596. Following his expedition to South America, Raleigh crafted this narrative to restore his standing with Queen Elizabeth I after a period of disgrace. The book blends factual observations with bold claims about El Dorado, a fabled golden empire. While Raleigh's journ...
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Betty Garcia
1 month agoCompared to other books on this topic, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I learned so much from this.
Aiden Williams
2 months agoMake no mistake, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Joshua Baker
5 months agoFor a digital edition, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I will be reading more from this author.
Donna Clark
3 days agoFor a digital edition, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. One of the best books I've read this year.
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Karen Young
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I'm sending the link to all my friends.