An Account of the First Voyages and Discoveries Made by the Spaniards in America

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This work provides a detailed account of the initial voyages and discoveries by the Spaniards in America, highlighting their extreme cruelties towards the Indigenous population, resulting in the deaths of over forty million people. It includes proposals made to the King of Spain aimed at preventing further devastation in the West Indies. The text is part of a broader collection, Sabin Americana, which encompasses a wealth of materials related to the Americas from their discovery through the early 20th century. This collection features original narratives of exploration, westward expansion, military conflicts, and the experiences of Native Americans, alongside themes of slavery and religious history. Spanning over 400 years, it offers insights into the societal, political, and cultural dynamics of North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. The collection includes a variety of document types such as sermons, political tracts, newspapers, and maps. For the first time, high-quality digital scans of these original texts are available through print-on-demand, enhancing accessibility for libraries, students, scholars, and general readers.