South America by W. H. Koebel
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| Author | Koebel, W. H. (William Henry), 1872-1923 |
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| LoC No. | a14002542 |
| Title | South America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "South America" by W.H. Koebel is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the comprehensive history and development of South America, covering significant events, figures, and cultural shifts from pre-Columbian times through the Spanish conquest and colonial period. The author aims to provide an overview of the continent's civilizations, particularly focusing on the Incas and their eventual interactions with European powers. The opening of the book introduces the rich history of South America prior to Spanish colonization. Koebel emphasizes that while the Incas are often highlighted for their advanced civilization, the story of the continent encompasses a diverse array of tribes with varying levels of cultural development. He discusses the complexity of these early societies, the impact of the Spanish conquest, and the tragic erasure of many indigenous customs and histories due to colonial violence. The author hints at the tension and strife that arose from these encounters, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the continent’s varied historical trajectory as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2201: Latin America local history: South America. General |
| Subject | South America -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17877 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 168 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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