Morris, Charles 1833-1922 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Historic Tales: The Romance of Reality. Vol. 02 (of 15), American (2)" by Charles Morris is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores significant events and figures in American history, focusing on thrilling and dramatic tales of exploration, conflict, and cultural encounters. Through vivid narratives, it highlights the adventures of various historical personas, including Juan Ponce de Leon, Hernando de Soto, and Captain John Smith, among others, as they navigate the complexities of early American life. The opening of "Historic Tales: The Romance of Reality" introduces a range of captivating stories, beginning with Juan Ponce de Leon's quest for the fabled Fountain of Youth upon landing in Florida in 1513. The text details his numerous adventures, his interactions with Native Americans, and his ultimate disappointment in not discovering the mythical waters. The first chapter also sets the stage for subsequent stories, as Morris prepares the reader for explorations into the lives of early Spanish and English settlers, along with the fierce battles they faced against indigenous tribes, weaving a tapestry of ambition, dreams, and the harsh realities of conquest in the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-04-19 Produced by David Kline, Greg Bergquist and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified United States -- History E151 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25103 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25103 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133556.0 25103