02418cam a22003133u 4500 32490 UtSlPG 20260610133736.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1201 Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 Hernando Cortez : Makers of History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-05-23 Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Hernando Cortez" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book dives into the adventures and conquests of Hernando Cortez, focusing on his pivotal role in the Conquest of Mexico. Abbott portrays Cortez as a daring and ambitious figure, navigating a landscape rich in both opportunity and danger, and seeking to legitimize his conquests through the lens of divine mission. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the monumental events to follow, starting with the early discoveries leading to the eventual encounter with the civilizations of the New World. It highlights the background of Columbus's initial voyage and the tumultuous events surrounding the discovery of Mexico, painting a vivid picture of the indigenous cultures, their customs, and their stark contrasts with Spanish ambitions. As Cortez is introduced, his early life and fervent desire for glory are recounted, hinting at the moral complexities that lie ahead as he embarks on a quest that promises wealth and power but is shrouded in violence and exploitation. Throughout the beginning, the tension between the promise of discovery and the grim realities of conquest is palpable, setting a thoughtful stage for Cortez's unfolding story. (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/32490 73336 73336