Mercedes of Castile V1 Mercedes of Castile V1: Or the Voyage to Cathay (1840) or the Voyage to Cathay (1840)

""Mercedes of Castile"" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1840. The story is set in the late 15th century and follows the adventures of a young Spanish noblewoman named Mercedes de Valois, who sets out on a voyage to the newly discovered lands of the West with her fianc?????, Hernan Cortez. The couple joins a group of explorers led by Christopher Columbus, who is on his fourth and final voyage to the Americas. Along the way, Mercedes and Hernan face numerous challenges, including mutiny, shipwreck, and encounters with Native American tribes. They eventually reach the shores of what is now Mexico, where they become embroiled in the conquest of the Aztec Empire. The novel is a blend of historical fact and fiction, and Cooper's vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the events of the time make for an engaging and entertaining read. ""Mercedes of Castile"" is a fascinating glimpse into the early days of European exploration and colonization of the Americas, and a compelling tale of love, adventure, and conquest.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.