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The English-American, His Travail by Sea and Land: or, A New Survey of the West-India's

By Thomas Gage
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The author presents a first-person travel account of lengthy journeys through Spanish America, combining vivid descriptions of cities, provincial routes, ports, fortifications, commodities, and religious life with reports of encounters, dangers, and festivals. Extended residence among Indigenous towns informs observations on customs, language, and governance, and the narrative recounts a personal conversion and return voyage. Chapters include practical detail for prospective visitors and a brief grammar of a native tongue, alongside critical commentary on colonial administration and the economic and military arrangements of the Spanish presence.

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Thomas Gage

Thomas Gage was an English author and explorer known for his detailed accounts of the New World during the 17th century. His notable work, "The English-American, His Travail by Sea and Land: or, A New Survey of the West-India's," provides a vivid description of his experiences and observations in the Americas, particularly in the Caribbean and Central America. Gage's writings offer valuable insights into the geography, culture, and challenges faced by early settlers and travelers in these regions. His contributions to literature reflect the complexities of colonial life and the interactions between European and indigenous cultures.

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