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_aPrescott, William Hickling, _d1796-1859 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aHistory of the Conquest of Peru |
| 250 | _a(See also #1323, a slightly different version with footnotes) | ||
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1998 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1998-02-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Mark Rehorst | ||
| 520 | _a"History of the Conquest of Peru" by William Hickling Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the significant events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire, exploring the rich history and societal structures of the Incas prior to their encounter with European forces. Prescott aims to weave a narrative that presents both the cultural depth of the Peruvian civilization and the dramatic consequences of its subjugation. The opening of the work begins with a detailed preface in which Prescott outlines his methodology for gathering historical sources, including documents and manuscripts from prominent Spanish historians. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the foundational aspects of Inca civilization before delving into the conquest itself, which he introduces as a turbulent saga of both the Incas and the Spanish Conquistadors. The text paints a vivid picture of the geographical and political landscapes of Peru, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of how the Incas developed their empire, their contributions to society, and the events that led to their downfall at the hands of the Spanish invaders. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aPeru -- History -- Conquest, 1522-1548 | ||
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| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1209 |
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