Navigating the Spanish Lake

Navigating the Spanish Lake explores Spain’s long-standing presence in the Pacific Ocean and its role within a broader global empire, challenging traditional Atlantic-centric perspectives. Drawing on a wealth of unpublished archival materials, the book investigates Spain’s island possessions, indigenous responses, and the cultural legacy of archipelagic Hispanization, offering new insights into the region’s history. It provides a comprehensive look at the interconnected histories of the Pacific and Atlantic worlds, illuminating Spain’s influence and the enduring legacies into the 21st century.