02706cam a22003493u 4500 49095 UtSlPG 20260610134129.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 G Cieza de León, Pedro de, 1518-1554 The War of Quito Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-31 Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The War of Quito" by Pedro de Cieza de León is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work recounts the tumultuous events surrounding the Spanish conquest and the subsequent conflicts in Peru, focusing particularly on the rule of Viceroy Blasco Nuñez de Vela and the enforcement of controversial new laws affecting the indigenous population. It captures the clash between Spanish authorities and the settlers who resisted these laws, highlighting the struggles for power and justice during a pivotal period in the Americas. At the start of the narrative, the Viceroy has just arrived in Panama with intentions to enforce royal ordinances aimed at protecting the rights of indigenous peoples—a well-meaning initiative that, however, incites significant unrest among the settlers who fear losing their grip on power and wealth. The opening chapters set the stage for escalating tensions, as various officials express their discontent with the Viceroy's stern approach, fearing rebellion. Characters such as Vaca de Castro, the previous governor, and Francisco de Carbajal emerge as key players in the unfolding drama, as factions begin to form amidst growing grievances against the Viceroy's policies. The combination of personal ambitions, political machinations, and the plight of the indigenous population promise a rich exploration of this historical moment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Peru -- History -- Conquest, 1522-1548 Pizarro, Gonzalo, -1548 Peru -- History -- 1548-1820 Ecuador -- History -- To 1809 Markham, Clements R., Sir (Clements Robert), 1830-1916 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49095 89933 89933