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The year is 1493, and young Jewish sailor Diego Mendoza has returned from Columbusâs triumphant first voyage with tales of lush landscapes, rivers running with gold, and welcoming locals. But back home in Spain, Diego finds the Inquisition at its terrifying peak and he must protect his spirited sister, Rachel, from betrayal and death. Disguising herself as a boy, Rachel sneaks onto Columbusâs second expedition, bound for the new lands they call the Indies. As the Spaniards build their first settlements and search for gold, Diego and Rachel fall in love with the place, people, and customs. Still forced to hide their religious faith and Rachelâs true identity, the brother and sister witness the Spaniardsâ devastation of the island in their haste to harvest riches.
This unflinching look at Columbusâs exploration and its terrible cost to the native Taino people introduces two brave youths who valiantly struggle against the inevitable destruction of paradise.
Revised edition: This edition of Voyage of Strangers includes editorial revisions.
About: The year is 1493, and young Jewish sailor Diego Mendoza has returned from Columbusâs triumphant first voyage with tales of lush landscapes, rivers running with gold, and welcoming locals.
About: The year is 1493, and young Jewish sailor Diego Mendoza has returned from Columbusâs triumphant first voyage with tales of lush landscapes, rivers running with gold, and welcoming locals.
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