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Title:
History of the Conquest of Peru
With a Preliminary View of the Civilization of the Incas
Edition: (See also #1209, a slightly different version without footnotes)
Note: Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary: "History of the Conquest of Peru" by William Hickling Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work examines the events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire, discussing both the indigenous civilization of the Incas and the subsequent turmoil among the Spanish conquerors following the fall of their empire. The beginning of this volume sets the stage by delving into the rich cultural and political landscape of the Incan civilization at its height, emphasizing its achievements in governance and industry despite the geographical challenges posed by the Andean mountains. Prescott introduces significant figures and explores the historical context, detailing how the Incas united various tribes under a complex, centralized system. Moreover, he highlights the author's deep reliance on primary sources, showcasing Prescott's aim to create a nuanced narrative that respects the intricacies of Incan society while recounting the conquests that ultimately led to their downfall. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859
EBook No.: 1323
Published: May 1, 1998
Downloads: 176
Language: English
Subject: Peru -- History -- Conquest, 1522-1548
Subject: Incas
LoCC: Latin America local history: Peru
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
History of the Conquest of Peru
With a Preliminary View of the Civilization of the Incas
Edition: (See also #1209, a slightly different version without footnotes)
Note: Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary: "History of the Conquest of Peru" by William Hickling Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work examines the events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire, discussing both the indigenous civilization of the Incas and the subsequent turmoil among the Spanish conquerors following the fall of their empire. The beginning of this volume sets the stage by delving into the rich cultural and political landscape of the Incan civilization at its height, emphasizing its achievements in governance and industry despite the geographical challenges posed by the Andean mountains. Prescott introduces significant figures and explores the historical context, detailing how the Incas united various tribes under a complex, centralized system. Moreover, he highlights the author's deep reliance on primary sources, showcasing Prescott's aim to create a nuanced narrative that respects the intricacies of Incan society while recounting the conquests that ultimately led to their downfall. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859
EBook No.: 1323
Published: May 1, 1998
Downloads: 176
Language: English
Subject: Peru -- History -- Conquest, 1522-1548
Subject: Incas
LoCC: Latin America local history: Peru
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.