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Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2

Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2

Prescott, William H.

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesMexican History

ISBN10: 1163341525
ISBN13: 9781163341520
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 504
Weight: 2.00
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2 is a historical book written by William H. Prescott. The book is a detailed account of the life and conquests of the Spanish conquistador, Fernando Cortes, who led the expedition that resulted in the fall of the Aztec Empire in Mexico. The book is split into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the events that occurred after the fall of the Aztec Empire. It covers Cortes' life in Mexico, his interactions with the indigenous people, his battles with other European powers, and his ultimate downfall. Prescott's writing is highly detailed and informative, with a focus on providing a comprehensive understanding of the historical events and the people involved. The book is well-researched and includes many primary sources, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Mexico and the Spanish conquest. Overall, Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Mexico and the impact of European colonization on the Americas. It provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most significant events in world history.1873. Part Two of Two. Prescott, is a renowned American historian who chronicled the rise and fall of the Spanish empire. Engrossed by the history of Spain, he committed himself to tracing its development into a world power. Employing secretaries to read him manuscripts sent from Spanish archives, Prescott set about writing a work of sound scholarship that would also interest a general audience. In this work he writes the history of Fernando Cortes, the man who subjugated the Aztec people. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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