Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2 is a historical book written by William H. Prescott. This book is the second volume of the two-volume set that explores the history of Mexico and the life of the Spanish conqueror, Fernando Cortes. The book covers the period from 1520 to 1522, which was a crucial time in the history of Mexico, as it marked the end of the Aztec Empire and the beginning of Spanish rule.The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the fall of the Aztec Empire, including ...
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Mexico and the Life of the Conqueror Fernando Cortes V2 is a historical book written by William H. Prescott. This book is the second volume of the two-volume set that explores the history of Mexico and the life of the Spanish conqueror, Fernando Cortes. The book covers the period from 1520 to 1522, which was a crucial time in the history of Mexico, as it marked the end of the Aztec Empire and the beginning of Spanish rule.The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the fall of the Aztec Empire, including the battles between the Spanish conquistadors and the Aztec warriors, the alliances and betrayals among the indigenous peoples, and the role of religion and culture in shaping the outcome of the conflict. The book also delves into the life and personality of Fernando Cortes, the Spanish conquistador who led the campaign against the Aztecs, and his relationships with other historical figures such as Moctezuma II, the Aztec emperor, and Malinche, his indigenous interpreter and lover.Prescott's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wide range of sources, including primary documents and eyewitness accounts, to provide a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of the events and personalities of the time. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Mexico, the Aztecs, and the Spanish conquest of the Americas.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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