History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 1/4 by William Hickling Prescott
"History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 1/4" by William Hickling Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work meticulously details the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, focusing on the exploits of Hernán Cortés and the complex social, political, and cultural dimensions of the Aztec civilization. Prescott's narrative is infused with vivid descriptions and a deep sense of historical context, which aims to provide a comprehensive understanding
of both the conquerors and the conquered. At the start of the book, Prescott sets the stage for the conquest by providing a detailed overview of the geography, climate, and the advanced civilization of the Aztecs prior to Spanish arrival. He describes the various regions of Mexico, from its hot coastal areas to the temperate plateaus, establishing a backdrop for the intricate civilization that flourished there. Prescott also introduces the political and social institutions of the Aztecs, highlighting their achievements, such as agriculture, the arts, and a complex system of governance. This foundation not only illustrates the riches of the Aztec Empire but also prepares the reader for the narrative of conquest that follows, blending fact with Prescott's reflective and analytical insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859 |
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| Title | History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 1/4 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1201: North America local history: Mexico |
| Subject | Cortés, Hernán, 1485-1547 |
| Subject | Mexico -- History -- Conquest, 1519-1540 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59755 |
| Release Date | Jun 15, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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