Mercedes Of Castile

Mercedes of Castile: Or The Voyage Ot Cathay is a historical novel written by James Fenimore Cooper and published in 1861. The story is set in the 15th century and follows the adventures of a young Spanish noblewoman named Mercedes de Valverde. Mercedes falls in love with her cousin, Hernan Cortes, who is a soldier in the Spanish army. When Cortes is sent on a mission to explore the New World, Mercedes joins him on his voyage to Cathay (China). The journey is fraught with danger and intrigue as the crew encounters hostile natives, navigational challenges, and political rivalries. Along the way, Mercedes proves herself to be a brave and resourceful companion to Cortes, and the two of them share a deep and enduring love. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the New World and its portrayal of the clash between European and indigenous cultures. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of adventure. Overall, Mercedes of Castile is a captivating historical romance that transports readers to a fascinating era of exploration and discovery.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.