The Emancipation of South America by Bartolomé Mitre
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About this eBook
| Author | Mitre, Bartolomé, 1821-1906 |
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| Translator | Pilling, William, 1834- |
| LoC No. | 02010945 |
| Uniform Title | Historia de San Martín y de la emancipación sudamericana. English |
| Title | The Emancipation of South America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Emancipation of South America" by Bartolomé Mitre is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a biography of General José de San Martin while simultaneously chronicling the events surrounding the emancipation of several South American nations from Spanish rule. It explores the complex political landscape and pivotal moments that catalyzed the region's fight for independence, emphasizing the interconnected roles of both San Martin and Simón Bolívar in this transformative era. At the start of the book, the translator's preface outlines its dual focus on both San Martin's life and the broader history of South American liberation. The prologue emphasizes the importance of understanding how the Argentine revolution served as a catalyst for emancipatory movements across the continent. It describes the revolutionary fervor ignited in 1809, leading to a widespread insurrection against colonial rule that culminated in the establishment of new republics. The opening portion highlights the foundational role of San Martin, detailing his early life, military career in Europe, and the burgeoning revolutionary spirit that would guide him toward becoming one of the continent's key figures in the quest for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2201: Latin America local history: South America. General |
| Subject | Argentina -- History -- War of Independence, 1810-1817 |
| Subject | South America -- History -- Wars of Independence, 1806-1830 |
| Subject | San Martín, José de, 1778-1850 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48856 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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