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

A vivid 17th‑century travelogue, this work follows an English‑American preacher as he journeys from Spain across the Caribbean to the heart of New Spain. He records his passage to places such as St. John de Ulhua, Xalappa, Tlaxcala, the City of Angels, and onward to Mexico, offering detailed observations of the landscape, architecture, and daily life he encounters on the road.

Beyond the itinerary, the author turns his eye to the Spanish colonies, describing forts, ports, local customs, and the diverse peoples—Indians, mestizos, mulattoes, and African slaves. Interwoven with these notes is a sharp critique of Roman Catholic doctrine and papal authority, reflecting the religious tensions of the era. The volume also includes a brief grammar of the Poconchi language, giving listeners a rare glimpse into early linguistic attempts among indigenous communities.