With a Preliminary View of the Civilization of the Incas Prescott, William Hickling 1796-1859 creator text utu 1998 (See also #1209, a slightly different version without footnotes) monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 1998-05-01 Original publication data not identified Peru -- History -- Conquest, 1522-1548 Incas F3401 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1323 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1323 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133043.0 1323