02438cam a22003133u 4500 59820 UtSlPG 20260610134358.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1201 Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859 History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 2/4 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-06-27 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) "History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 2/4" by William Hickling Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume continues the exploration of the complex interactions between the Spanish conquistadors, led by Hernán Cortés, and the Aztec Empire under Montezuma II. The narrative delves into the socio-political state of the Aztecs, highlighting the dynamics of power, resistance, and the significant cultural exchanges that transpired during this tumultuous period. The opening of the book focuses on the state of the Aztec Empire at the time of Cortés's arrival in Mexico. It offers an in-depth look at Montezuma's character and reign, depicting him as a ruler marked by initial success but later challenged by arrogance and misjudgment. The section describes Montezuma's apprehension upon hearing of the Spanish arrival, as well as the ominous omens perceived by him and his advisors. It details the regal gifts sent to Cortés as a peace offering, alongside the parallel gatherings of native discontent with Aztec rule, setting the stage for the conflict that would ensue as Cortés advanced toward the capital. This portion effectively highlights the interplay of fear, prophecy, and political maneuvering that characterized the onset of the Spanish conquest. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cortés, Hernán, 1485-1547 Mexico -- History -- Conquest, 1519-1540 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59820 100646 100646