Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907 · Boston, CT : Hall and Locke · leaf 147
t alofty and airy region of the mountain. Thebald summit alone remained to be ascended; and theirguides pointed to a moderate eminence from which theysaid the southern sea was visible. Upon this Vasco Nunez commanded his followers tohalt, and that no man should stir from his place. Then,with a… … Discovery of the Pacific Ocean 117 known by this mighty barrier of mountains. Belowhim extended a vast chaos of rock and forest, and greensavannahs and wandering streams, while at a distancethe waters of the promised ocean glittered in themorning sun. At this glorious prospect Vasco Nunez sank upon…
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