"When they are about to go to war, they take a certain herb, which they dry and powder, and then they mix it with water and drink it. And when they have drunk it, they become so brave that they fear no…"

"These people are idolaters, and they are very cruel, and practice many abominable customs."

"They are a very backward people, and they have no knowledge of any useful arts or crafts."

"The people of this island are very skilled in magic, and they can make the weather change at their will."

"We go naked because we want nothing of this world; for we came into the world naked and unclothed."