William Hickling Prescott bol americký historik, ktorý sa preslávil podrobným spracovaním dejín 16. storočia v Španielsku a jeho kolóniách. Napriek zdravotným ťažkostiam sa po štúdiu na Harvarde venoval dôkladnému štúdiu pôvodných prameňov. Jeho dielo sa vyznačuje vedeckým prístupom a snahou o čo najvernejšiu rekonštrukciu minulosti. Prescottov odkaz spočíva vo vedeckej precíznosti a literárnej kvalite jeho historických diel.
Dnes již klasické dílo, které bylo dokončeno v r. 1847, si posud zachovalo svou životnost. Autor v něm na základě dostupných pramenů podrobně vylíčil dějiny Peru od příchodu Španělů přes dobytí země, války mezi dobyvateli ažpo upevnění španělské moci v Peru. Vlastnímu vylíčení podrobení země předchází popis incké říše, jejích institucí, náboženství, řemesel a umění, viděný očima prvních dobyvatelů a kronikářů.
This reprint preserves the historical significance of a work first published in 1843, offering readers a glimpse into the literary style and cultural context of the time. The text reflects the themes and societal issues relevant to its era, making it a valuable resource for those interested in classic literature and history. Readers can expect an authentic experience of the original narrative, enriched by its historical backdrop and the author's unique voice.
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Here is what you get in this Selected and Edited edition Of History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Parts 1 and 2. History of the Conquest of Mexico. Books 2-3-4-5-6-7. History of the Conquest of Peru - Books 2-3-4. History of Philip the Second - Books 1-2-4-5-6.
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This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Volume: 1; Original Published by: J.B. Lippincott & co. in 1869 in 678 pages; Subjects: Spain; History / Europe / General; History / United States / General; History / United States / State & Local / General; History / Europe / Spain & Portugal;
Written by one of America's great historians, this gripping chronicle draws upon the firsthand accounts of eminent 16th-century captains and statesmen to relate the overthrow of the Inca empire by the Spanish adventurers under Pizarro's command. Rich in vivid anecdotes, it recaptures the glories of Inca society before European contact.
The Conquest of Mexico, The Conquest of Peru, and Other Selections
