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The Conquest of Mexico: The Seven Book History of Hernan Cortes, Mayan and Mexican Civilization, Complete in One Volume

The Conquest of Mexico: The Seven Book History of Hernan Cortes, Mayan and Mexican Civilization, Complete in One Volume

Prescott, William Hickling

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Biographies GeneralGeneral World History

ISBN10: 0359746640
ISBN13: 9780359746644
Publisher: Lulu Pr
Published: Jun 23 2019
Pages: 318
Weight: 1.63
Height: 0.67 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Prescott's history of Hernan Cortes, and his conquering of Mexico for the Spanish Empire in the 16th century, is a classic of historical literature. This edition unifies the seven books in a single volume. Drawing on sources given to him by Mexican authorities, plus existing histories of Cortes, Prescott presents an exhaustive narration of the conquest. He commences with an account of the culture of the Mayan peoples; crediting their hieroglyphic language, traditions and unique agricultural and architectural achievements. After these descriptions, we are taken to 1519 - the Mayan civilization under the rule of King Montezuma. The initial explorations of the Spanish around the Central American coastline are followed by skirmishes and hostilities. The Spanish mission rapidly turns from one of discovery to one of conquest after the conquistadors decide to keep Montezuma hostage; reinforcements are requested and arrive, as intense battles against the Mayans ensue...

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